Emergency Situation Driving Emblem

CMA, in cooperation with the California Highway Patrol (CHP), has put life back into a state law that allows physicians to exceed speed limits when driving to emergencies. The law (Vehicle Code 21058)—passed in 1959, but implemented for only a short period—provides a waiver of many speeding laws when the physician’s vehicle displays the CHP-approved emblem.

Please be aware that:

• the exemption applies only when traveling to emergencies;
• the exemption is not intended for use on freeways, and doesn’t allow a physician to exceed the state maximum speed, which varies by locale between 65 mph and 70 mph;
• the exemption does not apply to other traffic laws, such as stop lights, stop signs, HOV lanes, yield signs, etc.; and
• the exemption does not apply if the vehicle is operated in a reckless manner or without regard for the safety of others.

Place the emblem directly to the right or left of your license plate area.

The emblem is now available from CMA.

CMA members receive one free emblem. Members can order additional emblems for $10 each. The nonmember price is $50 each.

4 WAYS TO ORDER:

• PHONE in your Visa or MasterCard orders to (800) 882-1262.
• FAX the Order Form to (916) 551-2035. Please include your Visa, MasterCard or American Express account number.
• WEB-Order online at CMA’s Bookstore
• MAIL your payment to: CMA Publications, 1201 J Street, Suite 375, Sacramento, CA 95814.