On June 30, 2023, a new law went into effect in Michigan, which makes it illegal to use a handheld phone or other mobile electronic device while driving. This article will explain what is prohibited under this new law and the potential consequences for a violation....
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What Are The Excessive Noise Limits For Motor Vehicles In Michigan?
State laws and local ordinances regulate the maximum permissible noises from a motor vehicle in Michigan so that residents will not be bothered or disturbed by the excessive sounds while they are working or at home. The noise limits in Michigan are the same...
When Is It Legal To Use a Vehicle Horn In Michigan?
The Michigan Vehicle Code requires every motor vehicle in Michigan to be fitted with a working horn. “A motor vehicle, including a motorcycle or moped, when operated upon a highway shall be equipped with a horn in good working order and capable of emitting...
What Are The Rules Regarding Making A Turn At A Red Light In Michigan?
Almost every driver knows that they can go forward on a roadway through a green light and must stop at a red light. However, there seems to be a fair amount of confusion regarding when drivers are permitted to make turns at a solid red light. This blog...
What Are The Rules For Driving Slow-Moving Farm Vehicles On The Road In Michigan?
When autumn comes to Michigan, a common sight on rural roads are large but slow-moving farm vehicles that are coming from or going to a field for harvest. These farm vehicles are a great source of frustration for other Michigan motorists who find they are...
What Vehicles Are Authorized To Use Crossovers On Limited Access Highways In Michigan?
When driving on an interstate highway in Michigan such as I-75 or I-94, you may have noticed crossovers between the lanes of traffic going in opposite directions with a sign indicating “AUTHORIZED VEHICLES ONLY”. What vehicles are authorized under the Michigan...
What Are The Rules For Riding Horseback Or Driving An Animal-Powered Vehicle On The Road In Michigan?
Horses and animal-drawn vehicles predate motor vehicles by hundreds of years as the primary mode of transportation on public roads. Even though gasoline-powered cars and truck rule the road these days, it is still a likely occurrence to encounter horse-back...
When Can Vehicle Immobilization Be Ordered By A Court in Michigan?
If you are charged and convicted of a DUI or other traffic offense in Michigan, one of the possible outcomes is that the sentencing court can order that your vehicle be immobilized and rendered unusable for a period of time. The length of time that a vehicle...
Can You Be Issued Traffic Citations While Driving On Private Roads And Property In Michigan?
Generally, police officers have unfettered authority to stop drivers and issue citations for traffic violations occurring on public roadways. But what if the traffic violation occurs on privately maintained roads or private property? If you run a stop sign in...
What Are The Penalties For Failing To Obey A School Crossing Guard In Michigan?
School crossing guards serve a very important function in protecting our children in Michigan. They are a form of a “traffic control device” when lawfully acting in their crossing zone, meaning that motorists must obey their commands to stop and/or yield in...
