The practice of headlight flashing is technically not forbidden in Massachusetts, however if a police officer that's suspicion can ask the driver if they were flashing their lights to warn oncoming motorists of police presence.
No matter where you are throughout the United States, every state is going to have laws that may seem a little strange. This also applies here in Massachusetts. Some of the laws may even seem like they are on the fringe of complete insanity. It seems that unfortunately Massachusetts has several of those. Like, more than just a few.
While perusing the world wide web recently, I came across some very interesting(and fun!) reading that I felt was so cool and strange that I just HAD to share!
No matter where you are throughout the United States, every state is going to have some laws that differ from the norm. Some might stray a little from others, but there are definitely some laws in each state that are on the fringe of complete insanity. It seems that unfortunately Massachusetts has several of those. Like, a lot of them.
With winter in full force, it's no surprise we're all going to want to go outside and start our vehicles before we head to our destination. However, if you're caught idling your vehicle for an extended period of time, you may have to deal with the law.
According to mass.gov, while this law does prohibit unnecessary idling, it also recognizes that there are times when idling is simply unavoidable and lists three specific exemptions: Like when an engine is being repaired and operating the engine is necessary for the repair; or when a vehicle is making deliveries and associated power is necessary; and when the engine is used to provide power to another device.