California · Vehicle Code
VEH §531: “Utility-terrain vehicle” means a motor vehicle subject to subdivision (a) of Section 38010 that is all of the following: (a) Designed for operation off of the highway.
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“Utility-terrain vehicle” means a motor vehicle subject to subdivision (a) of Section 38010 that is all of the following: (a) Designed for operation off of the highway. (b) Suspended on four tires. (c) Has a steering wheel for steering control. (d) Has one seat to accommodate a driver and one passenger sitting side by side.
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