SB 17-278

Senate Bill 17-278, now signed into law, makes it illegal to intentionally blow black smoke from a vehicle's exhaust pipes (in vehicles under 14,000 pounds) in a way that blocks the view of other drivers, cyclists, or pedestrians. Violating this rule is considered a traffic infraction and can result in a $100 fine. This law affects anyone who drives or rides on roads where such behavior could occur. Since it has been signed, the bill is now an enforceable law.

Official Summary

The bill prohibits engaging in a nuisance exhibition of motor vehicle exhaust, which is the act of knowingly blowing black smoke through one or more exhaust pipes attached to a motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 14,000 pounds or less in a manner that obstructs or obscures the view of another driver, a bicyclist, or a pedestrian. A person who violates the prohibition commits a class A traffic infraction, punishable by a fine of $100. (Note: This summary applies to the reengrossed version of this bill as introduced in the second house.)

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