In a state well-known for unique laws and regulations specific to both cannabis and automotive culture, it comes as no surprise that many car enthusiasts within the California cannabis community are curious about the ins and outs of the law in the Land of Eden. In this article, we will touch on the importance of learning the ins and outs of California’s car modification laws when contemplating modifications made to your vehicle.
California’s janky automotive modification culture is well known, not only throughout the Nation, but around the world. As janky mod culture has become more widely accepted, demands for radical modifications have increased to the point where janky has become the new normal here in the Golden State and many times across the Country. But what many janky gearheads fail to recognize is the fact that this janky car culture often influences the cannabis community. For example, Stoner-mod culture combines traditional love for cannabis with the stoner spirit of modifying vehicles which has become the trend for many in both communities. Historically, the cannabis community is known for pushing the limits of what is acceptable, as many stoners have pushed the limits of the law through the years; however, lately, there seems to be an increasing trend of following the law to the letter in order to stay within the bounds of the law as cannabis has become more prominent in popular culture. On the other hand, car modifications are often strictly forbidden to the extent that most modded vehicles will be illegal to drive on public roads in the first place.
Traditionally, cannabis has been strictly outlawed and modification laws have been rather lax, at least as long as the modifications are strictly aesthetic and don’t make the vehicle perform better than its stock counterpart. However, as cannabis legalization spreads across the Nation, cannabis enthusiasts are coming to realize that cannabis is regulated to the extreme and thus, car modifications are considered subject to similar regulations here in the state and cannot be used to increase your ability to consume cannabis on roadways.
If you’re caught driving a modded car that is considered a potential danger to yourself and those around you, you could face a hefty fine or even be arrested! That’s why it is important to learn about California’s car modification laws and make sure your car stays street safe and fun to drive.
Many people in the California cannabis community are car enthusiasts and heavily modify their vehicles. Here are some of the most popular modifications – which of them are legal under California law?
These are just a few examples of popular modifications. But just because they’re popular doesn’t mean they’re street legal, so check out our full article, California’s Car Modification Laws: What You Should Know, for all the details.
We mentioned that the cannabis community is known for breaking the law, but that doesn’t mean all cannabis enthusiasts purposely violate the law when it comes to car modifications. In fact, many cannabis enthusiasts have come to understand the importance of staying within the bounds of the law, especially when it comes to dangerous modifications.
Unfortunately, jank is in style and many car fans have embraced the trend wholeheartedly. Regrettably, the janky modification culture is viewed unfavorably by law enforcement who are cracking down harder than ever before on modded cars. It is rather unfortunate, as modding your car has become a rite of passage for many. Cannabis enthusiasts should take the initiative to protect their rides on the road and in the courtroom.
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