Michigan RV's + Trailer Length Warning

[mike withers]

AS per one standard across the US--"be carefull what you wish for." Because of the Interstate Commerce clause in our constitution Congress and the feds set Interstate rules for Tracter trailers. To have them jump into the regulation of Motorhome/trailer rigs used by racers may have many other consequences i.e.CDL requirements for all, stopping at all weight scales etc.
It appears the issue has only surfaced in a handfull of states. I suggest that we racers contact a friend in our respective state legislatures and seek a resolution using the North Carolina model. State legislatures belong to a national association and have access to codes in all states. We have statistics on our side as fortunately few race rigs are envolved in major accidents. Track operators and motor sports councils (if your state has one) are good allies. Don't forget the circle track guys who (while lacking focus and a since of directiion) use a lot of big race rigs. former state senator- Mike Withers

[BOO BOO]

Scott, HATE to ask but how much $$$$ did the state of Mich. make off this citation?
Something needs to change.
Chuck Siegler
328c S/G S/C

[Mackie Family Racing]

Chuck,

no problem... plan to keep you all posted, for what it's worth... and I realize some of the crowd isn't interested in what happens 'cause they're not concerned about important people (or something like that...)

I spoke to the Court today, and they hadn't rec'd the ticket... although when I referenced the regulation the officer put on the citation, she said "$240".... ouch, but perhaps not as bad as some states I've heard. Will be confirmed when she actually has the tickie in hand...

Best part is that the Court clerk claims I can fight it thru an informal hearing with a magistrate and the officer (no thanks), or a formal hearing with a Judge -- which is preceded by a negotiating call from the Prosecutor -- at no extra charge (i.e., court costs). I'll likely take option #2 just to press the point of having them explain to me what the law supposedly is -- and where it is spelled out in the reference document.... Rock gave me the number today for the DoT folks... will also call them.

Easy route is to just pay the fine, but maybe I can make some progress and/or set a precedent that might be helpful to others passing thru our fine state.


srm

[SS Engine Guy]

Originally Posted by Mackie Family Racing

costs).
Easy route is to just pay the fine, but maybe I can make some progress and/or set a precedent that might be helpful to others passing thru our fine state.


srm

Thank you for your time! Hang in there!

[sst1988]

This is just a money maker for these broke states.......Damm shame..

[Jim B]

Mackie Family Racing - you have a PM

[BlueOval Ralph]

I'm not trying to be a smart ***** BUT it seem like there are a bunch of racers out there that should have checked State & Fed laws before having built thier rigs. Sorta like building have built a race car that dosen't match the rule book!