Pennsylvania law § 3719 restricts riding in the beds of open trucks, prohibiting driving over 35 mph with passengers in the bed and banning children under 18 from riding in open truck beds unless specific exceptions apply. Section 3720 imposes fines on drivers whose dislodged snow or ice causes injury or death. These laws aim to enhance safety for passengers, pedestrians, and other drivers.
Yes, but only if no children under 18 are in the bed, and the truck is not exceeding 35 mph. Certain exceptions apply, such as farm work or parades.
Children under 18 cannot ride in open truck beds unless they are participating in farm work, hunting trips, parades, or employed for farm labor under specific conditions.
The driver can face a fine between $200 and $1,000 if snow or ice falls from their vehicle and causes injury or death.
The law applies generally; specific exceptions are not detailed, but it emphasizes safety and liability for causing harm through dislodged snow or ice.