The Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office recently shared a report from the Iowa Department of Transportation and Iowa Department of Natural Resources.

The report is on revisements to all terrain vehicle (ATV) or utility terrain vehicle (UTV)/off-road utility vehicle (ORV) regulations. Per Iowa Code 321.383, a slow-moving vehicle sign must be displayed on the rear of the vehicle for agricultural or personal use. Other requirements include proof of insurance, be registered with Iowa DNR and have the sticker of proof on the rear of the vehicle, and have functioning required equipment like a horn, mirrors, headlights, tail lights and brake lights.

These vehicles can be operated day or night, and can be used on certain roadways unless it is an interstate or four-lane road, or if local government has noted it is not allowed. Iowa DNR and DOT also stress the importance of safety, encouraging ATV, UTV and ORV operators and passengers to wear helmets, use a safety harness if available, and drive sober.