Is It Legal to Flash Your Vehicle's Headlights in Oklahoma?

If you've been driving for any length of time I'm sure you know the unspoken and universal warning for speed traps and police ahead, the flashing of headlights. Most people have done it and have even been saved by it.

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But by doing this are you breaking the law and could you get into trouble for warning other drivers of law enforcement and speed traps? This is the question a lot of Oklahoma motorists are seeking answers to.

So are there any specific laws in the Sooner State that prohibit drivers from warning each other by their flashing headlights? The quick answer is no. However, there are state laws that cover vehicle headlamps.

Watch the video below for legal insight on the legalities of flashing your headlights

The laws on the books in Oklahoma about vehicle headlights have to do with the use of actual flashing lights. State law prohibits them other than official use by police, emergency, or other state-approved vehicles.

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There are also laws that cover the requirements for headlamps on vehicles and their operation at night, during inclement weather and anytime reduced visibility is an issue. But nothing about flashing your lights.

Is it against the highway code? Some say yes, but over the years it's been ruled as free speech and protected under the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution by most states if not all states. So it's not truly illegal.

Texas attorney Matthew Harris discusses the laws about flashing your headlights

Now that's not to say that drivers haven't been pulled over, ticketed, fined, and even arrested for flashing their headlights to warn others of speed traps and police. It's happened, but most of those cases were dismissed.

While it may not be illegal it's certainly frowned upon by law enforcement and may cause you to get pulled over by an angry cop. If that happens remain calm, don't escalate the situation, and attempt to cooperate.

THERE ARE NO SPECIFIC LAWS THAT PROHIBIT FLASHING YOUR HEADLIGHTS IN OK.

Don't give any reason to be charged with obstruction or interference, which could be threatened but is a total stretch in this situation. Also, please keep in mind I'm no attorney so don't take any of this as legal advice.

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A great way to personalize your vehicle is with a custom license plate. There are some pretty creative and funny tags running around the Sooner State. Some are easy to get, others will have you scratching your head trying to figure it out what it says. Personalized plates are very popular and we're seeing more of them on the road every day. However, there are some rules and restrictions when it comes to what you can and can't put on your plate. If it's considered obscene, vulgar, demeaning, or includes any mention of drugs, alcohol, or illegal activities it will be DENIED. Check out the photo gallery below of some of the most hilarious tags that were rejected by the Oklahoma Department of Motor Vehicles. WARNING: some of these could be considered offensive so if you're easily offended proceed with caution. You have been officially warned.

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Notorious Oklahoma Speed Traps to Avoid

From the random single towns in certain areas to the unrelenting ticketing smorgasbord that is US-69, here is a rundown of the worst Oklahoma speed traps you'll want to avoid in your travels.

Keep in mind that this isn't every speed trap in Oklahoma. 55% of all Oklahoma towns generate at least 10% of their municipal revenue... These are just the overachievers.

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25 more hilarious & offensive personalized plates that were DENIED by the Oklahoma Department of Motor Vehicles

It's another batch of hilarious & offensive personalized plates that the Oklahoma DMV denied. Personalized vehicle plates are very popular and we're seeing more and more of them on the road every day. However, there are some rules and restrictions when it comes to what you can and can't put on your tag. If it's at all considered obscene, vulgar, demeaning, sexual in nature, or includes any mention of drugs, alcohol, or illegal activities it will be DENIED. Check out the photo gallery below. WARNING: some of these could be considered offensive, more like VERY OFFENSIVE so if you're easily offended proceed with caution.

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The 10 Most Stolen Vehicles in Oklahoma

While catalytic converter and property theft seem to get all of the headlines recently, it's easy to forget how prevalent vehicle theft still is in 2023. Oddly enough, 20% of car thefts are reported to have had the keys accidentally left in unattended cars. You'll want to remain vigilant in protecting your ride, especially if you drive one of the ten most stolen vehicles in Oklahoma.

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