CVC 24409: Auxiliary Driving Lamps.

California Vehicle Code (CVC) Section 24409 addresses the use of auxiliary driving lamps on motor vehicles. These lamps are additional lighting devices that can be installed on vehicles to enhance visibility in specific driving conditions. Here's an explanation of CVC 24409:

CVC 24409 - Auxiliary Driving Lamps:

1. Permitted Use (Subsection (a)):

   • Subsection (a) of CVC 24409 permits the use of auxiliary driving lamps on motor vehicles. These lamps are intended to provide additional illumination to the front of the vehicle to improve visibility during nighttime driving or in adverse weather conditions.

2. Color and Intensity (Subsection (b)):

   • Subsection (b) specifies the color and intensity requirements for auxiliary driving lamps. These lamps must emit white or amber light, and the intensity of the light must not be greater than that of the vehicle's standard headlights.

3. Mounting Height (Subsection (c)):

   • Subsection (c) requires that auxiliary driving lamps be mounted at a height not exceeding 42 inches above the level surface upon which the vehicle stands.

4. Use Restrictions (Subsection (d)):

   • Subsection (d) outlines the circumstances under which auxiliary driving lamps may be used. These lamps should only be used when the vehicle's standard headlights are also in use and when driving conditions require additional illumination to see clearly.

5. Penalties for Violation (Subsection (e)):

   • Violating CVC 24409 by improperly using or installing auxiliary driving lamps or by using them in violation of the law can result in traffic citations, fines, and potential consequences, depending on the extent of the violation.