Question: I have been thinking about getting a dash camera for my vehicle. If I do, where can I place it?
Answer: When it comes to placing things up in the windshield or dashboard area, Minnesota has restrictions as a concern for obstructed vision and safety.
Dash cameras are allowed if the driver feedback and safety monitoring equipment are mounted immediately behind, slightly above, or slightly below the rearview mirror.
Some other things allowed are:
• sun visors
• rearview mirrors
• global positioning systems or navigation systems when mounted or located near the bottommost portion of the windshield
• electronic toll collection devices
• an identifying device for a transportation network company when the device is mounted or located near the bottommost portion of the windshield (with restrictions on color and manner)
Any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota, send your questions to Trooper Troy Christianson, Minnesota State Patrol, 2900 48th St., NW, Rochester MN 55901-5848; or send an email to: Troy.Christianson@state.mn.us.