Possession of a radar detector in Washington DC

[Black Jack]

I read it is illegal to use a radar detector in Washington DC, But is it Illegal to have one stowed away in the saddle bag on a cross country trip?

[Tankereng]

If it's not hooked up and just stowed...how can it be illegal? Just my opinion....just don't give 'em a reason to search you if you get stopped...and no problem....:tc1:

[Black Jack]

I just don't want to have take the little dash shelf down and hide the wiring.

[Trekker]

You can have it with you, just not accessible for use. Lock it in a pannier and don't worry about any mounts. If it's not in sight and not in use, your OK.

[Blrfl]

And for God's sake, why on earth would you want to ride in DC? Yecch!

If you're on my side of the river, you're allegedly safe from prosecution if your detector has no power source and is not within reach of the driver or passenger (Code of VA, §46.2-1079 (http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504.exe?000+cod+46.2-1079)). Enforcement in Virginia is strict as hell, 'cause our counties love their revenue.

--Mark

[roginoz]

Hide it with the handgun...

[Black Jack]

Thanks guys.

[John Anthony]

... Enforcement in Virginia is strict as hell, 'cause our counties love their revenue.

--Mark

Mark, you're such a cynic. I'm sure there some legitimate public safety rationale behind their zestful pursuit of violators. And there certainly can't be more pressing law enforcement needs requiring their attention.

John

[Blrfl]

Mark, you're such a cynic.

A cynic? Moi? Unpossible! :rolleyes:

--Mark

[gregj]

If you do get caught with a RD in Va, it most likely will be an equipment failure ticket (like faulty exhaust, etc), and a $60 fine. The state police frequently run detector traps instead of speed traps. DAMHIK