Senate Bill 159 amends the requirements for lighting on marked police vehicles in Wisconsin. The bill specifies that for marked police vehicles equipped with an exterior light bar, the blue light must be mounted on the roof of the passenger side, while the red light must be mounted on the roof of the driver side. Additionally, if lights are mounted inside the vehicle, blue lights must be displayed on the interior of the passenger side and red lights on the interior of the driver side. The bill also allows for a combination of blue and red lights to be mounted on the front, sides, or rear of the vehicle, provided that the vehicle is already equipped with the required roof or interior lights.

The bill retains the existing provisions regarding the illumination of lights when police vehicles are responding to emergencies or pursuing violators, ensuring that the lights are visible from a distance of 500 feet during both daylight and nighttime conditions. Overall, the changes aim to enhance the visibility and clarity of police vehicle lighting, thereby improving public safety and recognition of law enforcement vehicles.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 347.25(1m)(b), 347.25