IL Trailer Inspection

[lzdick]

FYI: I learned this morning that the State of IL is now enforcing a long standing law requiring trailers with 'TC' or greater weight limits to carry verification of safety inspection. They are checking for tread wear, lights and the break-away brake. This inspection is required every six (6) months, similar to the truck safety inspection. I would expect the inspection fee to be the same or similar to the truck safety inspection fee (I last paid $21). The fine is $250 and the court cost is $250...$500 dollars out of your pocket! Locally, they are currently stopping all trailers in Volo at the intersection of Rtes. 12 & 120, where they are getting the boat traffic to and from Fox Lake and Lake Geneva, WI. This appears to be for both commercial and private trailers registered in the state. I have three (3) to take care of today. Consider yourself warned!

Please forward this information to all that you know who trailer (IL residents).