Ala. Code § 32-1-7
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Section 32-1-7 Operation of Vehicles on Beaches and Sand Dunes of Gulf of Mexico Prohibited; Exceptions, Penalty, Etc
Official statutory text
(a) It shall be unlawful to operate a motor vehicle, motorcycle, or motor driven cycle as they are defined by Section 32-1-1.1 on the beaches and sand dunes on the Gulf of Mexico along the southern boundary of the State of Alabama off of the public roads, parking places, and private driveways. Provided, however, owners of private property, their families, and invited guests may park their motor vehicles on their private property; and provided that motor vehicles engaged in the construction, maintenance, or repair of utility facilities may be operated on such beaches and sand dunes to the extent necessary to carry out such construction, repair, or maintenance of utility facilities; and provided further that motor vehicles actively engaged in construction projects may be operated on sites for which building permits have been issued by the proper building inspector or authority.
(b) Any person violating the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a Class C misdemeanor.
(b) Any person violating the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a Class C misdemeanor.
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