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Holiday Lights Not Allowed on California Cars, CHP Reminds Motorists

California vehicle restrictions don’t allow drivers to add holiday lighting to their cars.
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Holiday Lights Not Allowed on California Cars, CHP Reminds Motorists
California Highway Patrol officers in Madera County, California, pulled over two drivers this month to remind them adding holiday lights to cars is illegal in the state. California Highway Patrol
Jill McLaughlin
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Adding holiday lights to vehicles might bring some drivers extra cheer this time of year, but they are illegal in California, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is reminding the public.

Most motorists adhere to the rules, but some have added holiday lights to their cars while driving, said CHP Officer Sergio Moreno.

Jill McLaughlin
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Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.