State and Federal Law

Texas Highway Patrol Transportation Code Manual


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The provided excerpts from the Texas Highway Patrol BPOC Student Manual offer a comprehensive overview of various sections within the Texas Transportation Code and related statutes, focusing heavily on rules and enforcement. Topics covered include detailed registration requirements and exceptions for various vehicle types, such as farm equipment and temporary permits, alongside specific regulations for driver licensing, including classifications, restrictions for new residents and minors, and occupational licenses. Crucially, the text outlines several criminal offenses related to vehicle operation, such as the definitions of criminally negligent homicide and manslaughter, violations involving traffic control devices and signs (like flaggers and barricades), and detailed rules for proper license plate display and vehicle equipment like safety belts and window tint. Finally, the manual also addresses procedures for responding to motor vehicle collisions, regulations for specialized vehicles like electric bicycles and off-highway vehicles, and the laws concerning implied consent for intoxication offenses and illegal dumping (litter).

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