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Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Automotive
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Penalties for driving under the speed limit in the left lane. What to know in Louisiana
When driving on a multi-lane highway or interstate, it can be aggravating to get stuck driving behind a slow driver in the left lane when you're trying to pass right lane traffic. Slow driving in the left lane is more than just annoying, it's also illegal, as many states have laws that designate driving too slowly in the left lane as a traffic violation. These "keep right" laws require that slower traffic keep to the right lane, and that the left lane be used only to pass other vehicles. Will I be pulled over for driving slow in the left lane? What Louisiana law says In Louisiana, there are laws that prohibit driving too slowly in the left lane, especially on multi-lane highways. Moreover, recent legislation has increased penalties for drivers who impede traffic by driving slow in the left lane. Under Louisiana Revised Statute 32:71 (RS 32:71), drivers should drive on the right half of the road, except when passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction, when the right half of the road is closed to traffic and on roads signposted for one-way traffic, according to the legislation's text. The legislation clarifies that vehicles should not drive in the left lane unless directed otherwise, preparing to take a left turn, passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction or when right lanes are congested. "Upon all multilane highways, no vehicle traveling in the left-hand lane shall be driven at a speed slower than any vehicle traveling to its right on the same roadway. Upon all multilane highways any vehicle proceeding at less than the normal speed of traffic at the time and place and under the circumstances then existing, shall be driven in the right-hand lane...," the legislation continues. This new law, which takes effect Aug. 1, lowers the threshold for penalizing drivers going under the speed limit and increases fines for violations. Under the law, drivers will be fined $150 for first offenses, $250 for second offenses and $350 for third offenses, as well as possible jail time for a third offense within a year. Presley Bo Tyler is a reporter for the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team for Gannett/USA Today. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@ This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: Is it illegal to drive slow in the left lane? What Louisiana law says Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Automotive
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Is window tint legal in Louisiana? How dark is too dark for your car?
Window tint is a thin film that is applied to windows, typically made of polyester, in order to reduce the amount of light and heat that enters a space. Window tint can also provide privacy and enhance aesthetics, and it's commonly used on vehicle windows. When it comes to the limit for vehicle window tint, there are no federal restrictions regarding tint darkness, however, there are state tint laws. Window tint laws dictate the amount of light that must pass through a vehicle's windows, and the percentage of visible light allowed through car windows is called Visible Light Transmission (VLT). The percentage of light allowed through tinted film and glass in Louisiana is specific and varies for sedans, SUVs and vans. For sedan vehicles in Louisiana, non-reflective windshield tint is allowed to be above the manufacturer's AS-1 line or top 5 inches, front side windows must allow over 40% of light in, back side windows must allow over 25% of light in and rear windows must allow over 12% of light in, according to Car Tinting Laws. For SUV vehicles and vans, non-reflective windshield tint is allowed to be above manufacturer's AS-1 line or top 5 inches, front side windows must allow over 40% of light in, and any darkness can be used for both back side and rear windows, says Car Tinting Laws. Window tint can reflect incoming light, reducing glare and heat. In Louisiana, window tint law permits a certain window reflection when using a tint. For sedans SUVs and vans, front and back side window tint reflection must not be over 20% reflective, according to Car Tinting Laws. In Louisiana, the penalty for driving with illegal window tint is $150 for the first offense, $250 for the second offense and $350 for subsequent offenses, according to Prestige Films. Presley Bo Tyler is a reporter for the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team for Gannett/USA Today. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@ This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: How dark can car windows be in Louisiana? What state law allows
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Climate
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Temperatures expected to surpass record highs in southern U.S. What to know in Louisiana
Temperatures have been high across the south-central U.S. and forecasts predict that temperatures will climb above historical averages this week by between five and 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Persistent hot air is pushing northward from Mexico and expanding across parts of Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Southern Kansas, Arkansas and Louisiana. These regions are currently encapsulated in a 'heat dome,' which refers to an expansive and stagnant zone of high pressure that causes climbing temperatures and limited cloud cover because of sinking air, according to AccuWeather. Louisiana is experiencing the effects of a 'heat dome,' as temperatures reach dangerous and potentially life-threatening highs. This heat dome is produced by an area of high atmospheric pressure, which causes heat and humidity to become trapped and lead to to sweltering conditions. Forecasters expect that, as the jet stream moves slightly northward and eastward in the next days, the heat will proliferate into a portion of the Plains, Mississippi Valley and Southeast, according to AccuWeather. Since the heat dome is expected to persist, with the hottest temperatures shifting slightly eastward, it's likely that Louisiana will continue to experience extreme heat caused by the heat dome. Louisiana residents are advised to take precautions to stay safe during this heat wave by staying hydrated, seeking shade and avoid strenuous activities during the hottest parts of the day. Presley Bo Tyler is a reporter for the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team for Gannett/USA Today. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@ This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: What is a heat dome? Louisiana currently experiencing effects of one
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Climate
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Is it legal to shoot fireworks in Louisiana? What to know before July 4th
Now that summer is here, the Fourth of July holiday is right around the corner, meaning that nights lit up by fireworks will soon be here. The use of fireworks on Independence Day is a long-standing tradition throughout the U.S., ever since the first official observance in 1777 when the Founding Fathers envisioned a celebration with "illuminations." If you're planning on setting off fireworks on July 4 this year in Louisiana, it may be worth knowing rules and regulations regarding exactly when you are allowed to use fireworks. In Louisiana, you can typically begin buying fireworks for July 4th as early as June 16 at noon, and up until midnight on July 5. For celebrating New Year's Eve, fireworks can be purchased in Louisiana from noon on Dec. 15 until midnight on Jan. 1, according to American Pyrotechnics Association. However, while you are able to purchase fireworks during these time periods, you may not be allowed to use them depending on when the usage of fireworks is permitted in Louisiana. Fireworks are usually permitted during a specific time period in Louisiana and, in some areas, you can light fireworks from June 25 until July 5 and from Dec. 15 until Jan. 1. However, local laws and ordinances may have differing dates for when fireworks are allowed. Generally, the use of fireworks is prohibited between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. in Louisiana, except during extended hours, from 10 a.m. until 1 a.m., on Dec. 31 and Jan. 1. In Louisiana, fireworks are often prohibited within a certain distance of churches, schools, hospitals or public buildings, according to Louisiana State Legislature. In Louisiana, certain types of fireworks are illegal to posses, sell or use, including cherry bombs, tubular salutes, two-inch American-made salutes, repeating bombs, aerial bombs, as well as firecrackers exceeding certain dimensions, torpedoes exceeding certain diameters, Roman candles larger than a certain size, and sky rockets larger than a specific weight, according to Louisiana State Legislature. Presley Bo Tyler is a reporter for the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team for Gannett/USA Today. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@ This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: Can I shoot July 4th fireworks in Louisiana? State fireworks laws
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Climate
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Is it legal to shoot fireworks in Louisiana? What to know before setting them off July 4
Now that summer is here, the Fourth of July holiday is right around the corner, meaning that nights lit up by fireworks will soon be here. The use of fireworks on Independence Day is a long-standing tradition throughout the U.S., ever since the first official observance in 1777 when the Founding Fathers envisioned a celebration with "illuminations." If you're planning on setting off fireworks on July 4 this year in Louisiana, it may be worth knowing rules and regulations regarding exactly when you are allowed to use fireworks. In Louisiana, you can typically begin buying fireworks for the Fourth of July as early as June 16 at noon, and up until midnight on July 5. For celebrating New Year's Eve, fireworks can be purchased in Louisiana from noon on Dec. 15 until midnight on Jan. 1, according to American Pyrotechnics Association. However, while you are able to purchase fireworks during these time periods, you may not be allowed to use them depending on when the usage of fireworks is permitted in Louisiana. Fireworks are usually permitted during a specific time period in Louisiana and, in some areas, you can light fireworks from June 25 until July 5 and from Dec. 15 until Jan. 1. However, local laws and ordinances may have differing dates for when fireworks are allowed. Generally, the use of fireworks is prohibited between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. in Louisiana, except during extended hours, from 10 a.m. until 1 a.m., on Dec. 31 and Jan. 1. In Louisiana, fireworks are often prohibited within a certain distance of churches, schools, hospitals or public buildings, according to Louisiana State Legislature. In Louisiana, certain types of fireworks are illegal to posses, sell or use, including cherry bombs, tubular salutes, two-inch American-made salutes, repeating bombs, aerial bombs, as well as firecrackers exceeding certain dimensions, torpedoes exceeding certain diameters, Roman candles larger than a certain size, and sky rockets larger than a specific weight, according to Louisiana State Legislature. Presley Bo Tyler is a reporter for the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team for Gannett/USA Today. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@ This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: Is it legal to shoot fireworks in Louisiana? Can you buy them here?
