(2) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (2) is effective March 1, 2022. ] A person who violates subsection (1) of this section commits a class A traffic infraction.
WARNING: This vehicle is in tow. Attempting to operate or operating this vehicle may result in criminal prosecution and may lead to injury or death to you or another person.
Source: L. 2011: Entire section added, (SB 11-260), ch. 298, p. 1433, § 2, effective July 1. L. 2021: (2) amended, (SB 21-271), ch. 462, p. 3304, § 725, effective March 1, 2022.
Editor's note: Section 803(2) of chapter 462 (SB 21-271), Session Laws of Colorado 2021, provides that the act changing this section applies to offenses committed on or after March 1, 2022.
Cross references: In 2011, this section was added by the "Allen Rose Tow-truck Safety Act". For the short title, see section 1 of chapter 298, Session Laws of Colorado 2011.
Structure Colorado Code
Title 42 - Vehicles and Traffic
Article 4 - Regulation of Vehicles and Traffic
§ 42-4-201. Obstruction of View or Driving Mechanism - Hazardous Situation
§ 42-4-202. Unsafe Vehicles - Penalty - Identification Plates
§ 42-4-203. Unsafe Vehicles - Spot Inspections
§ 42-4-204. When Lighted Lamps Are Required
§ 42-4-205. Head Lamps on Motor Vehicles
§ 42-4-206. Tail Lamps and Reflectors
§ 42-4-207. Clearance and Identification
§ 42-4-208. Stop Lamps and Turn Signals
§ 42-4-209. Lamp or Flag on Projecting Load
§ 42-4-210. Lamps on Parked Vehicles
§ 42-4-211. Lamps on Farm Equipment and Other Vehicles and Equipment
§ 42-4-212. Spot Lamps and Auxiliary Lamps
§ 42-4-213. Audible and Visual Signals on Emergency Vehicles
§ 42-4-214. Visual Signals on Service Vehicles - Rules - Definition
§ 42-4-215. Signal Lamps and Devices - Additional Lighting Equipment
§ 42-4-216. Multiple-Beam Road Lights
§ 42-4-217. Use of Multiple-Beam Lights
§ 42-4-218. Single-Beam Road-Lighting Equipment
§ 42-4-219. Number of Lamps Permitted
§ 42-4-220. Low-Power Scooters - Lighting Equipment - Department Control - Use and Operation
§ 42-4-221. Bicycle, Electric Scooter, and Personal Mobility Device Equipment
§ 42-4-224. Horns or Warning Devices - Definition
§ 42-4-225. Mufflers - Prevention of Noise
§ 42-4-226. Mirrors - Exterior Placements
§ 42-4-227. Windows Unobstructed - Certain Materials Prohibited - Windshield Wiper Requirements
§ 42-4-228. Restrictions on Tire Equipment
§ 42-4-229. Safety Glazing Material in Motor Vehicles
§ 42-4-230. Emergency Lighting Equipment - Who Must Carry
§ 42-4-232. Minimum Safety Standards for Motorcycles and Low-Power Scooters
§ 42-4-233. Alteration of Suspension System
§ 42-4-234. Slow-Moving Vehicles - Display of Emblem
§ 42-4-236. Child Restraint Systems Required - Definitions - Exemptions
§ 42-4-237. Safety Belt Systems - Mandatory Use - Exemptions - Penalty
§ 42-4-238. Blue and Red Lights - Illegal Use or Possession
§ 42-4-239. Misuse of a Wireless Telephone - Definitions - Penalty - Preemption
§ 42-4-240. Low-Speed Electric Vehicle Equipment Requirements
§ 42-4-241. Unlawful Removal of Tow-Truck Signage - Unlawful Usage of Tow-Truck Signage - Definition