Michigan § 257.704 - Special restriction as to direction of certain lights.

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§ 257.704. Special restriction as to direction of certain lights.

Sec. 704.

Any lighted lamp or illuminating device upon a motor vehicle other than head lamps, spot lamps, auxiliary lamps, or flashing front direction signals which projects a beam of light of an intensity greater than 300 candlepower shall be so directed that no part of the beam will strike the level of the roadway on which the vehicle stands at a distance of more than 75 feet from the vehicle.

Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 257.704 cover?

Section 257.704 ("Special restriction as to direction of certain lights.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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Is this the official text of Michigan law?

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