LD 493
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Page 2 of 3 An Act Regarding the Use of Lights and Sirens on Personal Vehicles Used by Volu... LD 493 Title Page
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The privilege of using a light or siren may be revoked at any
time with the approval of the fire chief or the chief official
of the emergency medical service for misconduct by a municipal
officer or a municipal official designated by the municipal
officers.

 
SUMMARY

 
This bill permits municipal and volunteer firefighters and
emergency medical services personnel to use sirens and
flashing red, white and amber lights on personal vehicles
while en route to or at the scene of fires or other
emergencies. It also provides that such vehicles are covered
by the rules of operation applying to authorized emergency
vehicles. The bill also adds requirements that must be met
before a person may use a siren and flashing light on a
personal vehicle.


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