Bill > HB35

This bill, known as the Alabama Squat Truck Law, prohibits modifying passenger cars or trucks in a way that raises the front fender four or more inches higher than the rear fender, with measurements taken vertically from the ground through the wheel's centerline to the bottom of the fender. The law provides exceptions for vehicle modifications made for legitimate commercial or agricultural purposes. Violations are subject to escalating fines: first offense carries a $50 fine, second offense a $100 fine, and third or subsequent offenses result in a $250 fine. When determining repeat offenses, the court will only consider violations that occurred within the past five years. The term "squat truck" refers to vehicles modified to have a significantly raised front end and lowered rear end, which can negatively impact vehicle stability and road safety. The law is set to take effect on October 1, 2026, giving vehicle owners and modification shops time to adjust to the new regulations.

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