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Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
A. When a remote driver is operating a commercial motor vehicle equipped with a teleoperation system, the remote driver shall be considered to be the operator of the vehicle for the purpose of assessing compliance with applicable traffic or motor vehicle laws including the rules of the road.
B. The remote driver shall hold the proper class of license required for a conventional driver to operate the vehicle.
C. If an accident occurs involving a commercial motor vehicle equipped with a teleoperation system while the teleoperation system is engaged, the vehicle shall remain at the scene of the accident and the owner or remote driver shall comply with the provisions of R.S. 32:398 relative to contacting the appropriate law enforcement agency and furnishing all relevant information.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Louisiana Revised Statutes Tit. 32, § 400.6. Remote drivers; teleoperations; compliance - last updated January 01, 2023 | https://codes.findlaw.com/la/revised-statutes/la-rev-stat-tit-32-sect-400-6/
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