How far can you go when restoring a SSP in NC?

[ImEvil1]

I'll echo what Bernie and Matt said (and be careful...the statute above refers to POSSESSING blue lights, not just display).

The only other one I could find was this:

http://www.ncleg.net/EnactedLegislat..._20-137.2.html

§ 20‑137.2. Operation of vehicles resembling law‑enforcement vehicles unlawful; punishment.
(a) It is unlawful for any person other than a law‑enforcement officer of the State or of any county, municipality, or other political subdivision thereof, with the intent to impersonate a law‑enforcement officer, to operate any vehicle, which by its coloration, insignia, lettering, and blue or red light resembles a vehicle owned, possessed, or operated by any law‑enforcement agency.
(b) Violation of subsection (a) of this section is a Class 1 misdemeanor. (1979, c. 567, s. 1; 1993, c. 539, s. 362; 1994, Ex. Sess., c. 24, s. 14(c).)

Key words above in bold. I think you'd be fine with the decals covered, "Show Car" signage, etc. No crime if there's no ill-intent.

[DJP55]

The third post quoting the law even says "Install"...so installing lights and covering them probably won't fly.

[ImEvil1]

Originally Posted by DJP55

The third post quoting the law even says "Install"...so installing lights and covering them probably won't fly.

If it's unlawful to possess them, it's also unlawful to install them, so that sounds right.

[jarhed123]

You can always install the lights but put clear filters on them or green or amber filters. When you take the car to a show you change the filters to the colors you need.

If the car is going to be a DD I would not put the state seal on them nor would I put "State Trooper". If it is going to be only a show car then I would place all on it and cover it with the magnetic sign.

You should not have any trouble with just the color or the antenna. The way the law is worded even a white CV could fall into the bad category if it is used unlawfully.

Good luck with the resto.