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HRS §286-202.8

Mudguards for commercial trucks

This law says commercial motor vehicles on public roads must have fenders, covers, flaps, or similar parts to reduce water and mud spray behind them. If a vehicle does not have these, the driver or owner can be fined.

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The statute, as written — Mudguards; protective devices

(a) A commercial motor vehicle shall not be operated on the public highways unless the vehicle is equipped with fenders, covers, or other devices, including flaps or splash aprons, to minimize the spray or splash of water or mud to the rear of the vehicle. (b) Violation of this section shall be subject to a fine of $50, notwithstanding section 286-206.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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