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Peace officer use of force: Assembly Bill 1196 “prohibits a law enforcement agency from authorizing the use of a carotid restraint or a chokehold,” according to the law. “By requiring local agencies to amend use of force policies, this bill would impose a state-mandated local program.”
» Disabled veteran license plates and parking placards: Starting last Friday, eligible disabled veterans of the United States are able to show the California Department of Motor Vehicles a certification from the state Department of Veterans Affairs or a county veterans services officer to verify eligibility for special or distinguishing license plates or a disabled person parking placard. Previously, the DMV accepted certification from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in the absence of a medical certificate.
Thousand Oaks Insurance Agent Reports Choices for Motorcycle Insurance for the Teen Driver
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Not every teen wants to drive a car; some would rather ride motorcycles, dirt bikes, or even scooters and mopeds. Parents can, understandably, be hesitant to allow their teen to ride and Cary Runnells, State Farm Insurance Agent in Thousand Oaks, CA has prepared a report to help parents understand the licensing, safety and insurance options available for teen riders.
Shortly before your teen is ready to apply for the permit is the time to meet with your insurance agent about insurance. THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (PRWEB)
SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – Several new traffic laws went have gone into effect that San Diego County residents need to heed, including safe space for emergency vehicles and rescuing children from hot cars, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Assembly Bill 2285, which Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law in September, establishes potential fines for motorists who do not slow down and, whenever possible, change lanes when encountering a Caltrans vehicle, tow truck or any emergency vehicle with lights flashing on a highway.
Previously, penalties were only imposed when violators failed to take precautions and make safe space for fire and law enforcement vehicles. The new law clarifies that Caltrans equipment and tow trucks conducting operations on a highway be given the same courtesy.
New traffic laws go into effect across California
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LONG BEACH, CA - MARCH 20: View of mid-morning freeway traffic along the San Diego Freeway. (Photo by Bob Riha, Jr./Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES - Several new traffic laws have gone into effect in California, including those involving safe space for Caltrans or emergency vehicles and rescuing children from hot cars.
Assembly Bill 2285, which Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law in September, establishes potential fines for motorists who do not slow down and, whenever possible, change lanes when encountering a Caltrans vehicle, tow truck or any emergency vehicle with lights flashing on a highway.
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Texting while driving using cell phone in car
LOS ANGELES (CNS) - Several new traffic laws have gone into effect in California, including those involving safe space for Caltrans or emergency vehicles and rescuing children from hot cars.
Assembly Bill 2285, which Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law in September, establishes potential fines for motorists who do not slow down and, whenever possible, change lanes when encountering a Caltrans vehicle, tow truck or any emergency vehicle with lights flashing on a highway.
Previously, penalties were only imposed when violators failed to take precautions and make safe space for fire and law enforcement vehicles. The new law clarifies that Caltrans equipment and tow trucks conducting operations on a highway be given the same courtesy.