36-foot vs. 40-foot?
Over the years, I’ve seen a number of references to 40’ motorhomes being a problem in certain campgrounds, and that shorter is better in regard to fitting better in more CG camp sites. In buying ou...
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lanerd wrote:
I seriously doubt if anyone has ever been pulled over for that specific reason. However, if stopped by a LEO for any reason, they will most definitely ask you for license, registration and proof of insurance. Now, I don't know if they carry a 50' measuring tape along with them (they might), but if he/she thinks you are in violation and they pull out that tape and do indeed find you are longer than 40', they might just give you a ticket.
In addition, if you are involved in some sort of accident, your (or the other guy's) insurance may find that you are not legally licensed to drive your 40'+ motor home, you may find yourself responsible for the entire bill!!
It is my understanding that the laws in different states that have this 40'+ law requiring a special license, is based upon "actual" length of the motorhome...not its model designation. Here in California, a Class B non-commercial license is required....I just got mine a couple of months ago.
Ron
In WV I don't believe there is any special license requirement just like good 'ole Florida. Have at it, most parks that can't accommodate a 40' MH also can't accommodate a 36' MH.
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