Answer 1: For weather-related road condition information you can follow mndps_msp on Twitter and the #mnstorm hash tag. This will have updates about winter storm events. To look up the latest road conditions anywhere in Minnesota, call 5-1-1 or visit www.511mn.org. Always plan ahead and I highly recommend carrying a very detailed map.

Question 2: How many headlights are required on a vehicle?

Answer 2: State law mandates two for all vehicles, unless your vehicle is a motorcycle. Then you are required to have one. A reminder with that, you are not allowed to have more than two standard headlights along with two fog lights making a total of four on your vehicle.

Question 3: The other day I was driving on a city street and noticed somebody using their pickup to pull a sled full of kids. Is there a law about this?

Answer 3: Yes there is a law about this. Minnesota State Statute (MSS) 169.222 Sub.3 prevents clinging to a vehicle. It states, “Persons riding upon any bicycle, coaster, roller skates, toboggan, sled, skateboard, or toy vehicle shall not attach the same or themselves to any street car or vehicle upon a roadway.” Obviously that behavior was not safe or smart. It may be in the best interest of everyone’s safety to get a license plate, vehicle description, location and report it as soon as possible to the local authority.

If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota send your questions to Trp. Jesse Grabow – Minnesota State Patrol at 1000 Highway 10 West, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501-2205. (Or reach him at, jesse.grabow@state.mn.us)