New Jersey § 39:3-60
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 39:3-60, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39:3-60.
Every person driving a motor vehicle equipped with multiple-beam road lighting equipment,
during the times when lighted lamps are required, shall use a distribution of light,
or composite beam, directed high enough and of sufficient intensity to reveal persons
and vehicles at a safe distance in advance of the vehicle, subject to the following
requirements and limitations: whenever the driver of a vehicle approaches an oncoming
vehicle within five hundred feet, such driver shall use a distribution of light or
composite beam so aimed that the glaring rays are not projected into the eyes of the
oncoming driver, and in no case shall the high-intensity portion which is projected
to the left of the prolongation of the extreme left side of the vehicle be aimed higher
than the center of the lamp from which it comes at a distance of twenty-five feet
ahead, and in no case higher than a level of forty-two inches above the level upon
which the vehicle stands at a distance of seventy-five feet ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 39:3-60
What does New Jersey Statutes § 39:3-60 cover?
Section 39:3-60 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 39:3-60?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 39:3-60" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 39:3-60 apply to my situation?
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