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Re: DOT to much power, help with current trailering laws
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Posted by LazyHorse on October 09, 2000 at 20:39:01 from (208.196.37.87):
In Reply to: DOT to much power, help with current trailering laws posted by greg m on October 09, 2000 at 20:09:15:
As an 18 year police veteran, I can tell you the laws vary from state to state. Most local police agencies do not even attempt to enforce and DOT regulations due to lack of knowledge. I would suggest you contact your State police who are most generally in charge of highway motor carrier divisions. Request a written copy of all the current laws pursuant to the class of vehicle you are driving, including your trailer. It is my understanding that nationally their is a requirement for a DOT number on your vehicle if the GVW (including loaded trailer) is over 10,000 lbs. So more than likely any vehicle trailer combination carrying a tractor will fall under that law.
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