35FWI31-218 — Motor Vehicle Traffic Supervision

35FWI31-218 governs motor vehicle traffic supervision, driving privileges, vehicle registration, traffic enforcement, and POV impoundment on Misawa Air Base.

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  • Publication number: 35FWI31-218
  • Title: MOTOR VEHICLE TRAFFIC SUPERVISION
  • Date: 2021-12-21

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The instruction covers traffic planning, traffic codes, driving records, the traffic point system, and procedures for suspending or revoking driving privileges. It requires compliance with motor vehicle laws and establishes procedures for registering, impounding, towing, inventorying, searching, and disposing of privately owned vehicles.

Topics covered

  • Driving privileges
  • Motor vehicle registration
  • Traffic planning
  • Installation traffic codes
  • Traffic point system
  • Traffic citation rebuttals
  • Privately owned vehicle impoundment
  • Do Not Operate memoranda

Questions and answers

What happens to driving on Misawa Air Base if the privilege is abused?

Driving on Misawa Air Base (MAB) is a privilege that can be taken away if abused. (paragraph 1)

What laws are enforced on Misawa Air Base?

Japanese traffic and vehicle safety laws are strictly enforced on MAB. (paragraph 2)

How far in advance must road closure requests be coordinated?

Requests to close roads or divert traffic will be coordinated through 35 SFS, 35 CES, 35 MDG, and 35 FW Safety to the 35 MSG/CD for approval at least 14 days prior to the event/activity. (paragraph 2)

Who is covered by the traffic point system?

The point system applies to all SOFA Status, Contract and Master Labor Contract personnel, to include their dependents, and all other individuals subject to this instruction operating a POV on or off the installation. (paragraph 31-205)

How long does someone have to report an intent to rebut a traffic ticket?

Individuals who wish to rebut a ticket must report to 35 SFS/S5RA within 5 duty days of receiving the ticket and inform the office of his/her intent to submit a rebuttal. (paragraph 31-205)

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