November 28, 2024

Kansas trooper advises trucker on festive lights rules

Steve Smith

Kansas trooper advises trucker on festive lights rules

A Kansas trucker was hit with a citation for holiday-themed decorations on his rig. The incident took place on November 26, 2024.

The situation: A Kansas Highway Patrol trooper stopped the truck decked out in festive lights, including red and blue ones.

The trooper explained that such colors are reserved for emergency vehicles.
The decoration, while spirited, could confuse drivers and cause accidents.

What happened next: The driver received a citation for unauthorized lighting on the vehicle, aimed at keeping highways safe.

The patrol's advice: "While we appreciate the holiday cheer, let’s keep the roads safe for everyone," noted Trooper Ben Gardner.

Fortunately, the incident ended with just a citation, and no accidents were reported.

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