Vehicle Registration (Installation): All personnel
entering Fort Carson will be required to register their
vehicle(s). Bring the following items: drivers license, current
vehicle registration, Military or DoD Civilian ID, and proof of vehicle
insurance.
Vehicle Checks: All vehicles entering Fort Carson
are subject to search. Military Police conduct random vehicle
searches/inspections. Each unit conducts pre-holiday vehicle safety
checks. Questions may be directed to the Military Police Desk
Sergeant, (719) 526-2333
Drivers License (State): Active duty
members and their families need not obtain a Colorado driver's license if they
are 16 years of age or older and possess a valid license from their home state
or state of last assignment. However if family members secure
employment in Colorado, then they are required to obtain a Colorado driver's
license. A basic license is $15, for a five year
period. Instruction permits are issued for $10, and commercial
licenses are $25. There is a $16 (one time) charge for transferring a
motorcycle and additional $1 charge for any license that needs a motorcycle
endorsement. A USAREUR license is valid for 45 days. If
you do not possess a valid stateside license, you will have to take the written
test. Currently, there is only one location available for taking care
of driver's license matters. Written exams are available in English,
German, Spanish, and Korean. You may obtain your vehicle registration
at this location.
Vehicle Registration (State): When obtaining
your vehicle registration, you may file a non-resident form available from the
Staff Judge Advocate. This form certifies that you are not a Colorado
resident and will exempt you from paying state tax on your
vehicle. Also, before registering your vehicle, you need a current
Colorado emissions test and you must have the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN
#) verified. Because of Fort Carson's high altitude, your personal
vehicle may require a tune-up to operate efficiently and to meet Colorado clean
air emissions standards. This tune-up can cost as much as $200 for
vehicles 1982 and newer, and up to $50 for vehicles 1981 or
older. There is no cost limit for smoking vehicle repairs -smoking
vehicles cannot be operated in Colorado. Emissions tests are
available from the Auto Craft Shop, local area service stations and auto
dealerships. To verify your VIN #, go to the Military Police Station,
Bldg 2700, located at the southern end of post at Barkeley and
Christie. The Military Police will check your VIN# and provide you
with the required document free of charge. When you have completed
the prerequisites, visit the State Vehicle Registration Office.
Child
Restraints: Colorado State traffic laws apply and are strictly
enforced. Seatbelts are mandatory on and off post. The following
restrictions apply to operation of motor vehicles both on and off the
installation: (a) IAW AR 190-5 and FC Reg 190-5, all personnel operating or
riding in any motor vehicle on or off the installation are required to wear
seatbelts (both shoulder and lap if provided) in accordance with the
manufacturers recommendations; (b) Children 4 years of age and younger, weighing
40 pounds or less are required to sit in an approved child restraint
seat. The child restraint seats will be secured in the rear seat of
vehicles so equipped.
Post Speed Limits: Post speed limits
are 10 MPH when passing troops, 20 MPH in housing areas, and 30 MPH in all other
areas unless otherwise posted. Our goal is to prevent accidents prior
to their occurring. Questions should be directed to the Military Police Desk
Sergeant, (719) 526-2333 DSN 691-2333.
Motorcycle Safety: All
personnel entering the installation must attend a safety briefing before driving
a motorcycle and must wear a helmet and a reflector vest. Any person
operating a Motorcycle or self-propelled two, three or four wheel vehicle that
is powered by a motorcycle type engine will adhere to the following
guidelines: Approved Department of Transportation type helmet,
full-fingered gloves, eye protection, long pants, long-sleeved shirt or jacket,
high-visibility garments for daylight operations and reflector material for
night or reduced-visibility and leather boots or over the ankle shoes (not
tennis or athletic shoes) must be worn by all operators on the installation and
by military personnel both on and off the installation, whether on-duty or
off-duty. Colorado doesn't have a helmet law, but all active duty
personnel are required to wear a helmet regardless of being on- or
off-post.
Auto Insurance: All persons operating a vehicle on
Fort Carson are responsible for carrying and producing proof of current motor
vehicle insurance. Questions should be directed to the Military
Police Desk Sergeant, (719) 526-2333 DSN 691-2333.