4766-4-11. Use of lights and other warning devices  


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  • (A) Permitted MoICU(s) and non-transport vehicle(s) are considered public safety vehicles pursuant to division (E)(1) of section 4511.01 of the Revised Code.

    (B) Permitted MoICU(s) and non-transport vehicle(s), when responding to emergency calls, may use emergency lights and audible warning devices pursuant to section 4511.24 of the Revised Code.

    (C) Permitted MoICU(s) and non-transport vehicle(s) shall:

    (1) Bear license plates issued under section 4503.49 of the Revised Code; or

    (2) Comply with residency registration requirements set forth in section 4503.111 of the Revised Code.

    (3) Permitted MoICU(s) and non-transport vehicle(s) owned and operated by a federal, state, county, city, or township or a service that qualifies for gratis license plates from the bureau of motor vehicles are not required to bear ambulance license plates or non-transport vehicle license plates.


Effective: 8/1/2017
Five Year Review (FYR) Dates: 03/17/2017 and 03/15/2022
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 4766.03
Rule Amplifies: 4503.111, 4503.49, 4511.01, 4511.24, 4766.07
Prior Effective Dates: 04/16/2012