North Dakota § 39-10-39 - Signals by hand and arm or signal lamps
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 39-10-39 — Signals by hand and arm or signal lamps, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39-10-39. Signals by hand and arm or signal lamps
1. Any stop or turn signal when required herein must be given either by means of the hand and arm or by signal lamps, except as otherwise provided in subsection 2. 2. Any motor vehicle in use on a highway must be equipped with, and required signals must be given by, signal lamps when the distance from the center of the top of the steering post to the left outside limit of the body, cab, or load of such motor vehicle exceeds twenty-four inches [60.96 centimeters], or when the distance from the center of the top of the steering post to the rear limit of the body or load thereof exceeds fourteen feet [4.27 meters]. The latter measurement applies to any single vehicle and to any combination of vehicles.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 39-10-39
What does North Dakota Century Code § 39-10-39 cover?
Section 39-10-39 ("Signals by hand and arm or signal lamps") is part of the North Dakota Century Code, the codified statutory law of North Dakota. 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 North Dakota § 39-10-39?
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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
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