Rhode Island § 31-24-38 - Lighting Equipment and Reflectors
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 31-24-38 — Lighting Equipment and Reflectors, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31-24-38. Lighting Equipment and Reflectors
R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-24-38
§ 31-24-38. Color of clearance and marker lamps and reflectors.
(a) Front clearance lamps and those marker lamps and reflectors mounted on the front or on the side near the front of a vehicle shall display or reflect an amber color.
(b) Rear clearance lamps and those marker lamps and reflectors mounted on the rear or on the sides near the rear of a vehicle shall display or reflect a red color.
(c) All lighting devices and reflectors mounted on the rear of any vehicle shall display or reflect a red color, except the stop light or other signal device, which may be red, amber, or yellow, and except that the light illuminating the license plate or the light emitted by a back up lamp shall be white.
(d) Violations of this section are subject to fines enumerated in § 31-41.1-4.
History of Section.
P.L. 1950, ch. 2595, art. 34, § 10; G.L. 1956, § 31-24-38; P.L. 2002, ch. 292, § 121.
Source: official Rhode Island text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 31-24-38
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 31-24-38 cover?
Section 31-24-38 ("Lighting Equipment and Reflectors") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. 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 Rhode Island § 31-24-38?
A common citation format is "Rhode Island General Laws § 31-24-38" (Rhode Island). 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 Rhode Island law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Rhode Island official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Rhode Island attorney.
How does Rhode Island § 31-24-38 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Rhode Island can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Rhode Island.