Non-Functioning Hazard Lights
A CVC 24954 citation means your hazard lights were not functioning. Hazard lights are required safety equipment and must flash simultaneously on all four corners of the vehicle. Repairing and getting certified resolves this violation.
Correction Window
The deadline is printed on your citation.
Fine After Correction
The base fine is $25 after correction. Surcharges apply without correction.
Who Can Certify
Any law enforcement officer or licensed inspection station can certify this correction.
Act before the deadline to avoid conversion to a standard infraction.
Step by Step
How to Correct This Violation
- 1
Test all four hazard lights to identify which are malfunctioning.
- 2
Replace faulty bulbs or repair the hazard switch and wiring as needed.
- 3
Confirm all four corners flash simultaneously when the hazard switch is activated.
- 4
Have a law enforcement officer or inspection station sign the certificate of correction.
- 5
Submit the signed citation and $25 fee to the court before your deadline.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
- The hazard lights work but the turn signal does not. Are these separate violations?
- Yes. Hazard lights and turn signals can fail independently. A non-functioning turn signal is cited under CVC 24951. A non-functioning hazard system is cited under CVC 24954. Each requires its own correction process.
This guide covers passenger vehicle violations. Drivers operating under a commercial license should consult their employer or a licensed attorney.
This guide provides general procedural information only. It is not legal advice. For questions specific to your citation, contact the court listed on your ticket.
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