Current through December 10, 2024
Rule 15-11-55-4.12.3 - Responsibility for Drivers and Vehicles1. All drivers and vehicles shall be in compliance with applicable regulations of the Mississippi Highway Safety Patrol and ordinances of the municipality in which the vehicle is operated. Drivers operating vehicles designed for 16 or more persons must have a commercial license in accordance with Sections 63-173 through 63-190 of the Mississippi Code, 1972, revised 1989.2. The driver of a camp vehicle shall be at least 18, shall have at least 1 year's experience as a licensed driver, and shall possess the required license.3. All camp vehicles shall be maintained in safe operating condition and be equipped with a first-aid kit.4. A current state inspection sticker shall be exhibited on vehicles transporting campers.5. All vehicles transporting campers off site shall be equipped with a first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, flares, and reflectors and must meet current seat belt requirements.6. Campers shall not be allowed to repair, or assist in the repair, of any vehicles where dangers are involved either by the process of repair or from the environment in which the repair is to be conducted.7. Trailers whose loaded weight when added to the GVW of the towing vehicle exceed the normal braking ability of that vehicle, shall be equipped with auxiliary brakes.8. Trailers shall be designed and equipped to prevent sway or other influence(s) that significantly affect the control of the towing vehicle.9. The GVW of towed trailers shall exceed by at least 10 percent the load being carried.10. Annual inspection schedules for trailer under-pinnings, brakes and hitches shall be documented and maintained.15 Miss. Code. R. 11-55-4.12.3
Miss. Code Ann. § 75-74-9.