What Are Pennsylvania Traffic Citations?

For motorists in the Keystone State, traffic citation laws can be found in Title 75 of the Pennsylvania Statutes and Title 67 of the Pennsylvania Code.

Size

The Pennsylvania Vehicle Code, the traffic law for the state of Pennsylvania, is separated into six parts: preliminary provisions; title, registration and licensing; operation of vehicles; vehicle characteristics; administration and enforcement; and miscellaneous provisions.

History

In 1970, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation was founded to oversee the state's transportation system and laws.

Misconceptions

Pennsylvania has a secondary seatbelt law, which means that a police officer cannot pull a person over for not wearing a seatbelt but can give the driver a citation for it along with another offense.

Distinguishing Trait

Pennsylvania is one of the few states in the country that requires motorists to remove snow and ice from their vehicles prior to driving.

Fun Fact

In 1792, the Lancaster and Pennsylvania Turnpike became the first road in the United States that officially mandated drivers to drive on the right side of the road.

References

• Governor's Highway Safety Commission: Seat Belt Laws
• Findlaw.com: Pennsylvania Traffic Laws
• Pennsylvania Department of Transportation: Driver and Vehicle Services

Resources

• Pennsylvania Code: Transportation
• Explore PA History: Marker Details