I got pulled over last week and the officer mentioned my fog lights were on during clear weather. I wasn't sure if that was actually against the rules or just annoying to other drivers. Is there an actual fine for this, or was he just being nitpicky?
You can actually get fined in most places for running fog lights in clear conditions - it's not just the officer being annoying. The rules vary by location, but generally fog lights are meant only for reduced visibility situations like actual fog, heavy rain, or snow, because they can blind oncoming drivers and reduce the effectiveness of regular headlights. Some jurisdictions treat it as a minor traffic violation with a small fine, while others might just give you a warning. Your best bet is to check your local traffic laws or ask at your DMV to see what the specific penalty is where you live.
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