Traffic speeds vary on the Base. Watch the posted
traffic signs for correct speeds in various areas.
Vehicle checks are
conducted on a random basis, directed by the Commanding Officer. All
incoming personnel to MCLB-Barstow must show proper ID.
Accidents are
handled by the Provost Marshal's Office.
Criminal Offenses - Incidents in
the housing area are covered by the PMO and the San Bernardino County Sheriff's
Department.
Crime Stop - Base supports the National Night Out and
actively participates in this program. Coordinated by the Provost
Marshal's Office.
There are some restricted areas aboard this
Base. Check with the Military Police Department for the
locations you should avoid.
There are some photography restrictions
aboard this Base. Check with the Public Affairs Office before taking
any pictures on the Base area itself.
Pass and ID: See
the Traffic NCOIC at the trailer located just inside the base
gates. Hours of operation are 0630 - 1530 Monday through
Friday.
Temporary and permanent vehicle decals are issued for
military/civilian members and contractors working aboard MCLB
Barstow. Personnel reporting for duty must register their vehicles
with the Pass and ID section within 30 days of their reporting date.
The
driver must present a current and valid state registration, driver's license and
proof of liability insurance required under California law ($15,000 for injury
or death of one person per accident, $30,000 for injury or death of two or more
persons per accident, and $5,000 for property damage per accident), military ID
card or civilian/contractor badge or check in sheet.
All vehicles are
subject to inspection/search upon entering the installation.
All military
members aboard the base who are 26 years old or younger are required to take a
Driver's Improvement Course to operate a vehicle aboard the base. The
Headquarters Battalion S-3 Office coordinates with the Base Licensing Office to
conduct classes and issue completion certificates.
In addition to all
vehicle registration requirements, motorcycle operators must pass a motorcycle
safety course offered by the base's Ground Safety Department prior to the
issuance of a decal.
All firearms and dangerous weapons, to
include BB guns, pellet guns, blow guns, air-operated weapons, K-bars and
hunting knives with blade lengths over four inches, bows and arrows, dart guns
and sling shots, must be registered with the Pass and ID section, within 24
hours of the first work day after the weapon is brought aboard the
base.
All sergeants (E-5 pay grade) and below who live in the
barracks must store their firearms in the Base Armory or off
base. All staff sergeants (E-6 pay grade) and above may store their
weapons in their BEQ/BOQ room.
While pending registration, firearms and
dangerous weapons will not be maintained in the bachelor enlisted quarters,
Temporary Lodging Facility or inside a privately owned vehicle. These
firearms and weapons will be stored in the Base Armory. Firearms and
dangerous weapons not properly registered or stored are subject to confiscation
by military police.