Driving Regulations and Violations
- The owner of a vehicle is responsible for the vehicle at all times.
- Driving regulations are in effect at all times.
- The campus speed limit is fifteen (15) miles per hour for all motor vehicles unless otherwise marked. However, safe driving is the principal regulation.
- All operators of any motor vehicle must have in their possession a valid operator’s license and proof of Insurance.
- All operators of any motor vehicle must have a valid, up to date license plate (tag) on vehicle in plain view.
- Operators of motor vehicles must have children restrained in a proper child safety restraint as per Mississippi Code #63-7-301.
- It is a violation of driving regulations to:
- Drive in excess of the speed limits.
- Fail to heed traffic signs.
- Fail to come to a complete stop and proceed with caution at a stop sign.
- Operate a vehicle in a careless or irresponsible manner or while under the influence of intoxicating liquors, narcotic drugs, or any other mind altering agent.
- Move a vehicle from the scene of an accident until given permission by the investigating officer.
- To drive around any barricade unless otherwise directed by a member of the University Police Department.
- Drive on the grass.
- Operate a vehicle in such a manner as to make or cause to make any type loud or offensive noise including continuous horn blowing, car radio and unauthorized use of a public address system.
- Fail to report immediately to the Delta State Police Department any accident or collision on the campus or streets of
- Fail to obey the same traffic regulations while riding, operating, or parking any bicycle or non-motor vehicle.
- Operate a motorcycle or motorbike on any
- Operate a bicycle, motorcycle, or a motorbike when traveling at night without any operational headlight and tail-light. A bicycle may use a reflector instead of tail-light.
This page is maintained by Lynn Buford.