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HomeVehicle CodeDiv. 12Ch. 2Art. 7§ 25250 Vehicle Flashing Light Restrictions

§ 25250 Vehicle Flashing Light Restrictions

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§ 25250 Vehicle Flashing Light Restrictions

This law says you can't put flashing lights on your car unless you're allowed to.

Key Takeaways

  • •Flashing lights on cars are not allowed for most people.
  • •Only certain people, like police or firefighters, can have flashing lights on their vehicles.
  • •If you put flashing lights on your car, you might get in trouble.

Example

You put red and blue flashing lights on your car because you think they look cool.

The police can stop you and make you remove them because regular cars aren't allowed to have flashing lights.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 25250 Vehicle Flashing Light Restrictions

Flashing lights are prohibited on vehicles except as otherwise permitted. (Amended by Stats. 1963, Ch. 223.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

Flashing lightsprohibitedvehiclesexcept as otherwise permitted

Related Statutes

  • § 23598 Alternative Probation Program Option
  • § 25251 Vehicle Flashing Light Rules
  • § 25251.1 Farm Vehicle Warning Lights
  • § 25251.2 Motorcycle Headlamp Modulation Rules
  • § 25251.3 Turn Signal Civil Liability

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Vehicle Code. Section 25250.
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