Subdivision 1.

Prohibitions generally; exceptions.

(a) A person shall not drive or
operate any motor vehicle with:

(1) a windshield cracked or discolored to an extent to limit or obstruct proper vision;

deleted text begin (2) any objects suspended between the driver and the windshield, other than:
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deleted text begin (i) sun visors;
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deleted text begin (ii) rearview mirrors;
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deleted text begin (iii) driver feedback and safety monitoring equipment when mounted immediately behind,
slightly above, or slightly below the rearview mirror;
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deleted text begin (iv) global positioning systems or navigation systems when mounted or located near the
bottommost portion of the windshield;
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deleted text begin (v) electronic toll collection devices; and
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deleted text begin (vi) an identifying device as provided in section 169.58, subdivision 5, when the device
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deleted text begin (3)deleted text endnew text begin (2)new text end any sign, poster, or other nontransparent material upon the front windshield,
sidewings, or side or rear windows of the vehicle, other than a certificate or other paper
required to be so displayed by law or authorized by the state director of the Division of
Emergency Management or the commissioner of public safety.

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vehicles.

deleted text begin (c) Paragraph (a), clause (2), does not apply to authorized emergency vehicles.
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