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Dozens of semi-trucks cited for driving on Monterey County roads illegally

The California Highway Patrol has been actively enforcing weight limits for rural roads near the community of Spreckels in Monterey County.

The roads have a 7-ton weight limit and are not capable of handling significant commercial traffic.

Despite “Commercial Vehicles Over 7 Tons Prohibited” signs being clearly posted on Harkins Road and Hatton Avenue, 60 drivers have been issued citations in the last two weeks.

CHP officers noted that in addition to the weight violations, multiple semi-truck drivers were unlicensed.

Some drivers had equipment and logbook violations, false DOT numbers and even expired registration, according to the CHP.

Community members in the surrounding community can report if they see commercial vehicles breaking weight limit rules.

Rural roads like Harkins Road can quickly deteriorate and erode if too many heavy commercial vehicles drive over it.

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