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Now is your chance to complain to the OHMVR Commission
The OHMVR Commission Wants to Hear From You:The Commission wants to hear the
views of the OHV Community and others about what is happening in riding
areas. The Commissioners welcome your thoughts on ways to improve OHV
recreation, where you feel grant money should be spent, or any problems you
may see, along with suggestions for solving them. If you cannot attend a
local meeting, please submit your written comments to: OHMVR Commission
PO Box 942896 - Sacramento, CA 94296-0001
Tel: (916) 324-5801
Fax: (916) 324-0271
E-Mail: <A HREF=3D"mailto:ohvinfo@parks.ca.gov";>ohvinfo@parks.ca.gov</A>
URL: http://www.ohv.parks.ca.gov
Laws and Regulations
Laws and Safety
All vehicles that are operated on public lands must be registered with
the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The registration fee is $21 per
vehicle, and is valid for a two-year period. The OHV fund is used for
acquisition of new OHV areas, development and operation of existing OHV
areas, enforcement of the rules and regulations, and protection of the
natural resources.
DMV will issue a Green or Red Sticker for off-road vehicles. Vehicles that
can be operated both on- and off-highway will be given a street-legal
license.
OHV Registration Requirements
In order to operate any type of motorized vehicle off-road on public land,
you must have one of the following:
Street-Legal License Plate: If you want to operate a 4-wheel drive vehicle =
or
dual-purpose motorcycle on-road and off-road, you must have a street-legal
license plate.
The Green Sticker Or Red Sticker: If you are going to operate a motorized
vehicle off-road only, you must have either a Green Sticker or a Red Sticker
that has been issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles. The Green Sticker
allows vehicles to operate on public land all year. The Red Sticker is for
motorcycles and ATVs manufactured after January 1, 1997 that do not meet the
emission standards established by the California Air Resources Board. If the
vehicle has a 3 or a C in the eighth position of the Vehicle Identification
Number, then it does not meet the emission standards and should be issued a
Red Sticker. The Red Sticker is exactly the same as the Green Sticker except
that these vehicles can only be operated during certain times of the year. =
To
find out when you can operate your vehicle, call the specific riding area
that you want to visit or you can look it up on our web site at
http://www.calohv.ca.gov.
Possession of Alcohol: A new law makes it illegal to possess an open
container of an alcoholic beverage while riding in or operating an
off-highway vehicle. Vehicle Codes sections 23220, 23322, 23223, 23225, and
23226, have been amended to include public lands.
The intent of these laws is to make the possession of alcohol in a vehicle
the same whether you are driving on a highway or off-road.
The new laws are designed to reduce alcohol-related accidents, but also all=
ow
vehicles such as 4-wheel drives and snowmobiles to transport such items in
locked containers or even ice chests if they are secured in a manner that a=
re
not accessible to the occupants or the operator.
Responsible off-highway vehicle enthusiasts do not drink and drive.
Motorcycles must be equipped with a U.S. Forest Service approved spark
arrester and adequate muffler, both in working order (PRC 4442).
You may not drive a motor vehicle in a manner that endangers the safety of
other persons or their property (CVC 38305, 38314, 38316a, 38317).
No motor vehicle shall exceed 15 mph within 50 feet of any campground,
campsite, or concentration of people or animals (CVC 38310).
Lights: Any vehicle operated between sunset and sunrise must display at lea=
st
one headlight that enables an operator to see clearly 200 feet ahead and one
red taillight visible for 200 feet (CVC 3835, 38345).
This is only a partial list of regulations pertaining to OHVs. For a comple=
te
listing, see Division 16.5 of the California Vehicle Code available at DMV
offices.
You are responsible to know all of the regulations.
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Laws and Regulations
Laws and Safety
All vehicles that are operated on public lands must be registered with
the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The registration fee is $21 per
vehicle, and is valid for a two-year period. The OHV fund is used for
acquisition of new OHV areas, development and operation of existing OHV
areas, enforcement of the rules and regulations, and protection of the
natural resources.
DMV will issue a Green or Red Sticker for off-road vehicles. Vehicles that
can be operated both on- and off-highway will be given a street-legal
license.
OHV Registration Requirements
In order to operate any type of motorized vehicle off-road on public land,
you must have one of the following:
Street-Legal License Plate: If you want to operate a 4-wheel drive vehicle =
or
dual-purpose motorcycle on-road and off-road, you must have a street-legal
license plate.
The Green Sticker Or Red Sticker: If you are going to operate a motorized
vehicle off-road only, you must have either a Green Sticker or a Red Sticker
that has been issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles. The Green Sticker
allows vehicles to operate on public land all year. The Red Sticker is for
motorcycles and ATVs manufactured after January 1, 1997 that do not meet the
emission standards established by the California Air Resources Board. If the
vehicle has a 3 or a C in the eighth position of the Vehicle Identification
Number, then it does not meet the emission standards and should be issued a
Red Sticker. The Red Sticker is exactly the same as the Green Sticker except
that these vehicles can only be operated during certain times of the year. =
To
find out when you can operate your vehicle, call the specific riding area
that you want to visit or you can look it up on our web site at http:
//www.calohv.ca.gov.
Closed Course Competition: Some race courses can be designated as a closed
course. D.M.V. does require that you obtain a Transportation Permit to
transport your vehicle to and from a race course.
Non-Resident Permit: As of January 1, 1998 you will need to purchase a
special "Non-Resident OHV Permit" if you are not a California resident AND
your off-highway vehicle or snowmobile is not registered in your home state.
To find out where these Non-Resident OHV Permits can be purchased and to get
more information on the program, please contact a local Ranger or contact t=
he
OHMVR Division at:
California State Parks =E2=80=94 OHMVR Division,
Non-Resident Permit Program
P=2EO. Box 942896 Sacramento, CA 94296-0001
916-324-4442; E-mail, pubinfo@calohv.com
Possession of Alcohol: A new law makes it illegal to possess an open
container of an alcoholic beverage while riding in or operating an
off-highway vehicle. Vehicle Codes sections 23220, 23322, 23223, 23225, and
23226, have been amended to include public lands.
The intent of these laws is to make the possession of alcohol in a vehicle
the same whether you are driving on a highway or off-road.
The new laws are designed to reduce alcohol-related accidents, but also all=
ow
vehicles such as 4-wheel drives and snowmobiles to transport such items in
locked containers or even ice chests if they are secured in a manner that a=
re
not accessible to the occupants or the operator.
Responsible off-highway vehicle enthusiasts do not drink and drive.
Motorcycles must be equipped with a U.S. Forest Service approved spark
arrester and adequate muffler, both in working order (PRC 4442).
You may not drive a motor vehicle in a manner that endangers the safety of
other persons or their property (CVC 38305, 38314, 38316a, 38317).
No motor vehicle shall exceed 15 mph within 50 feet of any campground,
campsite, or concentration of people or animals (CVC 38310).
Lights: Any vehicle operated between sunset and sunrise must display at lea=
st
one headlight that enables an operator to see clearly 200 feet ahead and one
red taillight visible for 200 feet (CVC 3835, 38345).
This is only a partial list of regulations pertaining to OHVs. For a comple=
te
listing, see Division 16.5 of the California Vehicle Code available at DMV
offices.
You are responsible to know all of the regulations.
My CA This Site