Pennsylvania § 907 - Vehicle operation to avoid identification or inspection.

Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 907 — Vehicle operation to avoid identification or inspection., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 907. Vehicle operation to avoid identification or inspection.

A person who operates a motor vehicle, or craft of any kind, without lights, or turns off any lights, or fails or refuses to stop, for the purpose of avoiding identification or inspection of its attachments, its contents or its passengers, anywhere within this Commonwealth, upon request or signal of any officer using a flashing or rotating red light or lights or an audible warning device or both or upon request or hand signal of any officer when the officer is in uniform and displays a badge or any other sign of official identification, commits a summary offense of the fourth degree.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 907

What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 907 cover?

Section 907 ("Vehicle operation to avoid identification or inspection.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania § 907?

A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 907" (Pennsylvania). 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 Pennsylvania law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Pennsylvania official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Pennsylvania attorney.

How does Pennsylvania § 907 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Pennsylvania can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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