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ORVs and snowmobiles focus of enhanced checks
During the month of February Columbia Valley RCMP will be performing enhanced vehicle checks on snowmobiles and other off road vehicles (ORV).
“Therefore, if you are hauling or towing an ORV you are susceptible to be spoken to by a member of the RCMP,” said Columbia Valley RCMP Detachment Commander Sgt. Bob Vatamaniuck.
“We will be ensuring that each ORV has proper ownership and registration documentation. In British Columbia it is incumbent on the owner to register all ORVs or prove a complete transfer of ownership at any ICBC broker,” he added.
ORV registration with number plate display is mandatory if you operate it on Crown land, including resource roads. The metal number plate or sticker must be clearly visible on the front, back or left exterior of the vehicle and securely fastened in a horizontal position. You may affix the sticker to any other material rather than being stuck directly to the ORV, Vatamaniuck explained.
“The alternate material may then be securely fastened to the ORV. As well, if you operate an ORV on or across highways, you’re required to obtain ICBC’s Basic Insurance. If you operate an ORV on forest service roads, you’ll need third party liability insurance. This may be obtained from ICBC or other insurers. On all other Crown land, liability insurance is voluntary but recommended,” he outlined.
If your ORV is not properly registered you could face a $230 fine under section 14(a) of the Off-Road Vehicle Act of BC.
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