(7)1.1 Definitions
(7)1.1 Definitions
Provides definitions for the purposes of Title 7 (Motor Vehicle Code)
(7)1.1.1 Motor Vehicle
“Motor vehicle” means any self-propelled vehicle that is designed for or capable of transporting persons or property upon a public roadway, and that is not operated exclusively upon rails.
(7)1.1.2 Trailer
“Trailer” means every vehicle, with or without a body, that is not self-propelled and that is designed for carrying property or persons and for being drawn by a motor vehicle upon a highway.
(7)1.1.3 Driver
“Driver” means any person who operates or is in actual physical control of a motor vehicle upon a roadway.
(7)1.1.4 Passenger
“Passenger” means any person who is transported by a motor vehicle and who is not the driver of such vehicle (as defined in (7)1.1.3).
(7)1.1.5 Light
“Light” means any lighting device, signal lamp, or illuminating apparatus mounted on or affixed to a motor vehicle or trailer and used for the purpose of illuminating the roadway, making the vehicle visible, or conveying a visual signal.
(7)1.1.6 Seat Belt
“Seat belt” means an occupant restraint system installed in a motor vehicle by the manufacturer or in compliance with applicable safety standards, designed to secure an occupant in a seating position during vehicle operation or sudden deceleration.
(7)1.1.7 Tire
“Tire” means any rubber-covered device attached to a wheel rim and designed for use in contact with the roadway to support and propel a vehicle.
(7)1.1.7 Commercial Vehicle
“Commercial vehicle” means any motor vehicle, trailer, or semitrailer that is used or maintained for the purpose of carrying persons or property for compensation or in connection with any trade, business, or occupation.
(7)1.1.8 Traffic Control Device
“Traffic control device” means any sign, signal, marking, or other device placed, erected, or maintained under the authority of a public body or official having jurisdiction, for the purpose of regulating, warning, or guiding traffic.
(7)1.1.9 Horn
“Horn” means an audible warning device installed on a motor vehicle and designed to emit sound for the purpose of signaling or alerting other road users.
(7)1.1.10 Emergency Vehicle
“Emergency vehicle” means a motor vehicle authorized by law to respond to emergency calls or situations and to be equipped with audible and visual warning devices, including vehicles operated by law enforcement, fire departments, emergency medical services, and other public safety agencies.
(7)1.1.11 Emergency Lights
“Emergency lights” means flashing, oscillating, or rotating lights of authorized colors mounted on or displayed by an emergency vehicle to provide a visual warning.
(7)1.1.12 Public Roadway
“Public roadway” means any roadway, street, highway, or thoroughfare that is open to public vehicular travel and maintained by a governmental authority, regardless of whether access is restricted at particular times or for particular uses.
(7)1.1.13 Shoulder
“Shoulder” means the area of a roadway adjacent to the traveled portion, whether paved or unpaved, intended or used for emergency stopping, vehicle recovery, or lateral roadway support.
(7)1.1.14 Sidewalk
“Sidewalk” means that portion of a street or highway, situated between the curb or edge of the roadway and the adjacent property line, designed or ordinarily used for pedestrian travel.
(7)1.1.15 Right of Way
“Right-of-way” means the preferential right of one vehicle or pedestrian to proceed lawfully in a particular direction or manner in relation to another vehicle, pedestrian, or conveyance.
(7)1.1.16 Yield
“Yield” means to slow, stop when necessary, or otherwise refrain from proceeding so as to permit another vehicle, pedestrian, or road user having the right-of-way to proceed without interference or hazard.
(7)1.1.17 Tint
“Tint” means any substance or modification, whether factory-installed or aftermarket, that affects the amount or character of light passing through a vehicle window.