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Frequently Asked Questions
How much window tint can I have on my vehicle?
You are allowed to have an "eyebrow" on the front windshield that cannot extend more than 5" from the top of the glass.
The driver and front passenger side windows may have tinting material that permits at least 70 percent light transmittance; the rear door windows may have tinting material that permits at least 40 percent light transmittance.
The windows of a vehicle may have tinting material that permits less light transmittance than that previously specified if; a driver or a passenger who frequently travels in the vehicle is required for medical reasons to be shielded from the direct rays of the sun; the medical reasons are certified annually by a physician licensed to practice in this state; and the certification is carried in the vehicle.
Tinting materials must be green, gray, bronze, or neutral smoke in color, or a sun reflective auto file.
13AAC 04.223
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I hear commercial vehicles using jake brakes, aren't they unlawful?
"Jake brakes," defined as a hydraulic engine attachment which converts a diesel engine into an air compressor and when engaged operates to slow the vehicle, are permitted while traveling downhill on the following roadways in Homer;
The Sterling Highway from Milepost 169 (top of Baycrest Hill) to mile 173 (intersection with Pioneer Avenue), Main Street, East Hill Road and West Hill Road.
HCC 7.06.020
A first violation is a $100 fine. A second violation within 6 months of the first conviction is a $200 fine plus proof of satisfactory Homer Police commercial vehicle inspection. A third violation within 6 months of any prior conviction is a $300 fine plus proof of satisfactory Homer Police commercial vehicle inspection.
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Is there a place to drop off my unused prescription drugs?
Yes, the Homer Police Department has a drop box inside the main entrance at 4060 Heath Street. Drop off unused, unwanted pills, bottles, tubes and/or patches (with personal prescription information removed). The drop box is open anytime day or night, 365 days a year, no questions asked. The service is free and anonymous. And, it's easy.
Do your part to reduce the potential for pill abuse and theft and prevent drugs from entering and contaminating our water and soils. Flushing meds down the toilet or throwing them in the trash pose significant safety and health hazards.
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When do I have to have studs off?
Studded tires have to be off from May 1st through September 15th. If you are stopped when studded tires/chains are unlawful, you may be issued a correctable citation giving you 30 days to correct the tires. If you fail to correct the tires within the 30 day timeframe, you may be levied a $50 fine.
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