Kentucky Statutes 189.945 – Prohibition against use of mobile infrared electronic transmitter — Exceptions — Penalties
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(1) As used in this section, “MIRET” means a mobile infrared electronic transmitter or similar device that emits an infrared beam or electronic signal and may be used to change the lighting cycle of a traffic control signal.
(2) A person shall not use a MIRET to change the lighting cycle of a traffic control signal, unless the person is an occupant of an emergency vehicle as defined by KRS
For details, see § 532.090
189.910 that is responding to or engaged in an emergency situation, or is an authorized employee, contractor, consultant, or vendor of the government agency responsible for the installation, maintenance, and testing of the traffic control signal or emergency vehicle preemption system, operating in the course and scope of his or her employment.
(3) Except as provided for in subsection (4) of this section, any person who violates subsection (2) of this section shall be fined not more than five hundred dollars ($500).
(4) (a) If a person is involved in a motor vehicle collision which involves physical injury as defined by KRS § 500.080 while in violation of subsection (2) of this section, the person shall be guilty of a Class B misdemeanor.
(b) If a person is involved in a motor vehicle collision which involves serious physical injury as defined by KRS § 500.080 while in violation of subsection (2) of this section, the person shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor.
Effective: June 20, 2005
History: Created 2005 Ky. Acts ch. 28, sec. 1, effective June 20, 2005.
(2) A person shall not use a MIRET to change the lighting cycle of a traffic control signal, unless the person is an occupant of an emergency vehicle as defined by KRS
Attorney's Note
Under the Kentucky Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 12 months | up to $500 |
| Class B misdemeanor | up to 90 days | up to $250 |
Terms Used In Kentucky Statutes 189.945
- Motor vehicle: includes all vehicles, as defined in paragraph (a) of this subsection, except:
1. See Kentucky Statutes 189.010 - Vehicle: includes :
1. See Kentucky Statutes 189.010
189.910 that is responding to or engaged in an emergency situation, or is an authorized employee, contractor, consultant, or vendor of the government agency responsible for the installation, maintenance, and testing of the traffic control signal or emergency vehicle preemption system, operating in the course and scope of his or her employment.
(3) Except as provided for in subsection (4) of this section, any person who violates subsection (2) of this section shall be fined not more than five hundred dollars ($500).
(4) (a) If a person is involved in a motor vehicle collision which involves physical injury as defined by KRS § 500.080 while in violation of subsection (2) of this section, the person shall be guilty of a Class B misdemeanor.
(b) If a person is involved in a motor vehicle collision which involves serious physical injury as defined by KRS § 500.080 while in violation of subsection (2) of this section, the person shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor.
Effective: June 20, 2005
History: Created 2005 Ky. Acts ch. 28, sec. 1, effective June 20, 2005.