Base vehicle regulations are pretty self-explanatory. Traffic areas on Camp Pendleton have posted speed limits with a max of 55 mph. Below is a list of conditions on base vehicle registration.
JURISDICTION AND BASE DRIVING PRIVILEGES:
Camp Pendleton is a Federal National Defense Installation. All vehicles on this base are subject to search and inspection at any time by Military Police. Driving aboard Camp Pendleton is a privilege and not a right. Said privileges may be suspended or revoked for cause at any time. Any withdraw of consent to these conditions will result in the immediate surrender of your decal and pass, as well as loss of base driving privileges. Driving privileges and base access will also be revoked if soliciting door to door on base.
IMPLIED CONSENT LAWS:
Base drivers must agree to a chemical test of blood, breath or urine whenever there is a reasonable cause to suspect that the driver is operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Refusal to submit to such tests will result in immediate suspension of base driving privileges and the state in which driver's license is held may be notified of the suspension.
DRINKING AND DRIVING:
If base drivers under the age of 21 have a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .01% or greater, base driving privileges will be revoked. If base drivers are over the age of 21 and have a (BAC) of 08% or greater, base driving privileges will be revoked. This revocation policy applies to all military installations. Further, the state in which driver's license is held may be notified of the suspension.
INSURANCE:
The insurance of vehicle meets or exceeds the California Liability insurance minimum of $15,000/$30,000/$5,000. You must maintain the minimum insurance requirements in order to retain base driving privileges.
WINDOW TINTING:
Drivers with window tinting will conform to CA standards. These guidelines apply to vehicles regardless of state of registration. Only the top 5 inches of the windshield may be tinted (as long as the drivers view is not obstructed). Front side windows (from drivers position forward) may only be tinted with clear colorless (e.g. light gray or smoke color) and transparent material. Such material must allow for a minimum transmission of 70% of sunlight. Rear side windows may be tinted to an extent of 20% transmission of sunlight provided there are two exterior side view mirrors. Otherwise it may only be tinted to an extent of 70% transmission of sunlight.
TOWING AND IMPOUNDING:
Vehicle may be towed by civilian towing agency at owners expense if it is: illegally parked; interfering with military operations; creating a safety or environmental hazard; disabled by incident/accident; abandoned; driven/parked aboard the base with a state suspension or revocation; driven by a person on base/state suspension/revocation; used in the commission of a crime; driven without required insurance; failure to use seatbelts (2nd/subsequest violation); or any circumstance where towing/impoundment is authorized by law and/or regulation.
RADAR DETECTION DEVICES:
Though legal in the state of California, it is illegal to possess a Radar Detection device aboard Camp Pendleton. Further that such a device may be confiscated by Military Police. I further understand that Radar Jamming Devices are illegal throughout the U.S. and that possession of one is cause for apprehension.
ILLEGAL DRUGS:
If vehicle is used to store, conceal or transport any controlled substance (e.g. illegal drugs) base driving privileges will be revoked. Further, that such revocation applies to all bases. Additionally, vehicle may be seized/confiscated under Federal Laws. I also understand that if tested positive for drug use, base privileges may be suspended/revoked aboard this and all installations.
SEATBELTS AND SAFETY:
Seatbelt use is mandatory for all persons in the vehicle. The first violation will result in a mandatory court appearance and Seatbelt Safety class. A second offence will result in removal of decal and suspension of base driving privileges for a minimum of 30 days. A subsequent violation may result in permanent loss of base driving privileges. If under the age of 26, the USMC Drivers Improvement Course must be completed and proof of its completion must be carried at all times. Children under 6 years of age or 60lbs must be in a child safety seat. Motorcycle safety equipment is required as follows: proper state licensing, USMC motorcycle safety course (card to be carried at all times) reflective vest, eye protection, gloves, DOT approved safety helmet, full length trousers, shirt (long sleeved recommended) and footwear (covers entire foot over ankle).
BASE DECALS AND PASSES:
This base decal/pass is registered specifically to you for the specific vehicle reported and may not be given, sold, transferred, or placed on another vehicle. If lost, stolen, or mutilated, you must immediately report such incident to the Base Decal office. Base decals are affixed to the lower left corner (driver's side, lower 5 inches) of the windshield so as not to interfere with vision.
Accidents - should be reported to the Provost Marshals Office immediately.
Criminal Offenses - Criminal Investigation Division, 725-6255/5106. At Camp Del Mar (21 Area) contact 725-2215, at Camp Horno, (53 Area) contact 725-7700. Please contact the Base Military Police before contacting CID.
Crime Prevention - DARE Program, Bldg 1523, 725-9452
Domestic Violence Unit (DVU) - Building 1525, 725-6777/5106. Please contact the Base Military Police before calling DVU.
Be aware of signs, as there are many restricted and off-limits areas.
Photography is not permitted in some areas of the base. Before taking photos or video, please check with base PMO or Public Affairs Office.