{"id":6421,"date":"2021-11-14T04:30:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-14T12:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drivinglife.net\/?p=6421"},"modified":"2021-11-16T09:54:33","modified_gmt":"2021-11-16T17:54:33","slug":"dash-cam-laws","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drivinglife.net\/dash-cam-laws\/","title":{"rendered":"Dash Cam Laws For Each State [Which States Allow Window Mounting]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Most insurance companies agree that having a dash cam is incredibly helpful when an accident occurs. All states should allow you to have a dashcam in your car, although most states don’t specifically mention them. They mention having an unobscured view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can mount your dash cam on the front window in 23 of the 50 States. All states require you to have a clear view while driving and some states specify how to mount your dash cam and the size it must be. Other states say that nothing should be on the front window, so dashboard mounting is an option.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s best to look up the specific laws for your state and find out what is required where you live. In the picture below I show all the states where you can mount your dash cam on your window and other pertinent information. You can even mount your own dash cam fairly easily if you are getting a single <\/p>\n\n\n\n


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States That Allow Window Dash Cam Mounting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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While this list of states that allow dash cams on the front window may not be exactly correct, it is the best I could do with the information I had about what each state allows. Interpretations of the same law may differ from state to state, so this is a general idea of what should be allowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The chart below shows the name of each state and whether they allow front window mounting<\/strong> of dash cams. All states should allow you to mount your dash cam on your dashboard unless it obscures your view. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, Texas doesn’t allow objects on the window that may obscure vision or reduce the view, but it is legal to have a dash cam. So, to follow the law you would need to secure the dash cam to the dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

YES (23)<\/th>NO (27)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Alaska<\/td>(Washington DC)<\/td><\/tr>
Arizona<\/td>Alabama<\/td><\/tr>
Arkansas<\/td>Connecticut<\/td><\/tr>
California<\/td>Delaware<\/td><\/tr>
Colorada<\/td>Florida<\/td><\/tr>
Hawaii<\/td>Georgia<\/td><\/tr>
Illinois<\/td>Idaho<\/td><\/tr>
Indiana<\/td>Massachusetts<\/td><\/tr>
Iowa<\/td>Michigan<\/td><\/tr>
Kansas<\/td>Mississippi<\/td><\/tr>
Kentucky<\/td>Montana<\/td><\/tr>
Louisiana<\/td>Nebraska<\/td><\/tr>
Maine<\/td>New Hampshire<\/td><\/tr>
Maryland<\/td>New Jersey<\/td><\/tr>
Minnesota<\/td>New Mexico<\/td><\/tr>
Missouri<\/td>New York<\/td><\/tr>
Nevada<\/td>North Dakota<\/td><\/tr>
North Carolina<\/td>Ohio<\/td><\/tr>
Oregon<\/td>Oklahoma<\/td><\/tr>
Utah<\/td>Pennsylvania<\/td><\/tr>
Vermont<\/td>Rhode Island<\/td><\/tr>
Washington<\/td>South Carolina<\/td><\/tr>
Wisconsin<\/td>South Dakota<\/td><\/tr>
<\/td>Tennesse<\/td><\/tr>
<\/td>Texas<\/td><\/tr>
<\/td>Virginia<\/td><\/tr>
<\/td>West Virginia<\/td><\/tr>
<\/td>Wyoming<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The states that allow dash cams <\/strong>usually have restrictions about where you need to place your dash cam. Most say that the dash cam should be in the lower left or right bottom corner of the window. Some say that you can place the dash cam behind the mirror. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are also size limitations for the dash cams on windows. Most states say that if your place the dash cam on the lower left side then it should be less than a 5″ square and on the right side less than a 7″ square, but there are all sorts of variations. Check your state to make sure which you need. (see article – freightwaves.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n


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In addition to where you should put your dash cam, some states want you to inform any passengers if you will be recording using your dash cam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you carry passengers regularly then you may want to have a sign stating the vehicle is equipped with a dash cam that records audio and video for security purposes and entering the vehicle gives consent to use the dash cam. This can help avoid any legal issues that might occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


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The states that do not allow dash cams on the window may in the future clarify that dash cams are legal, but until they clarify the law you can be safe by only attaching the dash cam on the dashboard in a way that doesn’t obscure your view of the road. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I haven’t seen any state forbidding the use of dash cams, although most are clear about not placing anything on the windshield or in any area that can cause the driver to restrict their view outside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While using a dash cam is legal, the size, placement, or other factor might make it illegal to use. It’s best find your states legal requirement just to be sure. The website (dashcamcar.com<\/a>) has links to each states codes so you can check it out yourself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n


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Find Out More About Dash Cams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Record all those rogue drivers who cut you away for an illegal U-turn; celebrity’s Lamborghini that was in front of you; or the ghost that stood to wave its hand and upload it on YouTube. Welcome the dash cam, the gadget which exactly means – a cam for your car’s dashboard<\/a>. This gadget is infamous for winning court cases with video evidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wait, you can’t install this dash camera straight onto the dashboard. Dashboard cams<\/a> are easily mountable over the windshield using a suction cup tilted downward to keep the hood visible. This method avoids washed-out pictures while steering with the sun in front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The power cable is a crucial issue in dash cam installation. You can fix it easily with possible methods because the majority of dash cams have low battery time. Many dash cams need to get plugged into the car’s 12-volt system to function while driving. Most cars come with one or more 12-volt sockets. Simple dash cam installation needs just a 12-volt socket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


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Hardwiring A 12 Volt Dash Cam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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