Rule 15-11-55-4.12.2 - Responsibilities in Transit1. When two or more vehicles are traveling to the same distant point, there shall be a prearranged method of communication with each other.2. Only that number of children or adults for whom there is seating space shall be transported in a vehicle. Adequate space for luggage and other equipment shall also be provided.3. The gross weight of vehicles (GVW) when loaded with passengers, gear and trailer-tongue weight should not exceed the manufacturer's GVW regardless of whether or not the number of passengers is within the specified number of seats.4. Standing while in transit and projection of head or limbs outside the vehicle is prohibited.5. In addition to the driver, there shall be at all times at least one adult or counselor in a vehicle on a public thoroughfare when 9 or more campers are being transported where the driver and the campers are not physically separated. When physically separated, an adult or counselor must ride in the compartment with the campers.6. Speed limits shall be posted on the campgrounds and observed by all vehicle operators.7. In all vehicles used, seats or benches must be securely fastened to the floor. Open-body or stake-bed vehicles shall not be permitted for transportation of passengers outside the confines of the campgrounds.8. Persons shall not be permitted to sit in the front seat unless each such individual is secured with a seat belt.9. For specialized trips from camp, each camper shall have evidence of previous experience and ability with each method of transportation to be used such as horseback riding, backpacking and canoeing.15 Miss. Code. R. 11-55-4.12.2
Miss. Code Ann. § 75-74-9.