Veh. Code, § 28101 · Article 15. Pilot Cars
Veh. Code, § 28101
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
In addition to the lighting, sign, and flag requirements in Sections 25270, 27904, 27904.5, and 28100, a pilot car shall meet all of the following requirements:
(a) Be a vehicle not less than 60 inches in width.
(b) Be equipped with all of the following:
(1) One STOP/SLOW paddle.
(2) One orange vest, shirt, or jacket.
(3) One red hand flag (24 inches square).
(4) One two-way radio communication device.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 460, Sec. 4.
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