So I searched and searched these forums and the rest of the internet, but I cannot seem to find the laws for Illinois. Specifically, I want to know what I can and cannot do, so I can avoid seeing the boys in blue. Here's my question: is there a website somewhere that lists the automotive regulations and laws so that I can know what is ok and what I should avoid doing? I have been looking for a while and am so far striking out. help me out people... I like mods, but I hate tickets.

 

You're not going to find what you're looking for. There's is _some_ information available at the secretary of state's website. Be aware that local municipalities can impose much more strict law than the the whole state. For example, in the some suburbs of chicago, driving while using a handheld cellphone is explicitly prohibited, but it's not statewide.

If you really want to be sure what you can and cannot do, first you should probably call your local secretary of state office to get a copy of the complete IL vehicle code, then go by your local goverment office (alderman or whatever) and see if they impose further restricitions. Don't forget to review the DOT guidelines either.

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Yeah, your question is just too vague. The proper answer is probably - 'It Depends'.

Like some places (or some cops) will pull you over if they think your exhaust is too loud. I know others that have been pulled over for the stock wing; citing obstructed views. Others that have been pulled over for stock window tint on other cars.

Just depends man...

 

Do they have signs up about that at all? I think it's a good idea, but not really fair if people don't know about it.

 

Nope. The woman in the office next to mine got popped with a $75 ticket for talking on her phone while talking in traffic on the far south side. I'll see if I can find out where specifically.

On a related note: "Distracted driving" is explicity forbidden by Illinois traffic law. This could be anything from talking on a cell phone to adjusting your radio or switching CDs. Basically, it's supposed to stop people from doing things that take attention away from the road. I'm not sure whether it could be used in a situation where you weren't expected to take sudden action (i.e. in a parkinglot or at a stoplight).

On an UN-related note: I still can't confirm nor deny the rumour that the front tag requirement for Illinois will be going away in the near future.

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They will use that law to nail you if you get in an accident. Most cops will not bother you unless they're looking for a reason to pull you over. You're toast if it turns out that you were on the phone during an accident.


What type of mods are you considering? Let us know what your plans are and we can let you know your chances of being messed with.

 

like donour said get a copy of the IL vehicle code. that will show you state regs however it does nothing to educate you on the local ordinances cities might have. any car/driver driving on the road can be issued a ticket, whether or not they THINK they are doing something wrong.

 

I talked to a couple secretary of state people and they said the front plate stays.