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Are radar detectors legal in Ohio?
I have a few speeding tickets. And while I’m trying to become a better driver, I don’t want to get another ticket. I thought about getting a radar detector. Are they legal in Ohio?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Radar detectors are perfectly legal in
Ohio
for private drivers. However, the same device is illegal for commercial drivers. This means that truck drivers aren’t allowed to possess a radar detector or they may face a fine from law enforcement.Since you’re talking about a car that you own, you can buy a radar detector and use it to avoid speed traps. The quality of radar detectors varies, as does the price. But you can get one for between $100 and $500.
However, focusing on your driving habits is a free and more effective way to avoid speeding tickets. Apply a few of these tips to limit your chances of getting a speeding ticket:
- Avoid road rage or street racing.
- Listen to something soothing on your ride rather than Slayer or Metallica or whatever gets you pumped.
- Set your cruise control to the posted speed limit.
- Keep an eye on your speedometer.
Since you already have a few speeding tickets, your car insurance has probably increased. But that doesn’t mean you can’t find a better rate by shopping around with the
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