The "Driver's" Hack:
What if I told you that there is a way to drive without license, ID, registration tags, insurance, or plates, and get out of almost ANY traffic "violation"? Well, thanks to our constitution, this is all made possible. Here, we will go over some basic definitions and laws that will give you a thorough understanding of our right to travel.
In order to really understand the law, we need to understand what each term used in law really means. According to U.S. Code, Title 18, Ch.2, a "motor vehicle" is defined as "every description of carriage or other contrivance propelled or drawn by mechanical power and used for commercial purposes on the highways in the transportation of passengers, passengers and property, or property or cargo". As we can see, a "motor vehicle" under federal constitutional law must be "used for commercial purposes" for it to be considered a "motor vehicle". Under the same U.S. code section, the term "used for commercial purposes" means "the carriage of persons or property for any fare, fee, rate, charge or other consideration, or directly or indirectly in connection with any business, or other undertaking intended for profit"... All laws, state and federal, only regulate the use of "motor vehicles" as it relates to driving/operating a car. Under federal law, there are no requirements, fees, or paperwork needed to operate a car and travel from one place to another. That's right! Those black and white speed limit signs only apply to "motor vehicles used for commerce". Stop signs are merely a suggestion for safe driving and not applicable to those traveling for personal reasons.
All this may seem too good to be true, and you're right. Like almost everything else having to do with government (the US government in particular), misdirection is used to keep people blind to the freedom they possess. Under most state law, a drivers license is required to operate a "motor vehicle". Once you sign the paperwork, you enter yourself into the jurisdiction of state law. Save yourself the headache and let your registration tags expire. Don't renew your license or even keep it with you when you drive. Your freedom to travel begins with the simple decision to do so. With that said, freedom to travel is no reason to travel irresponsibility. Street signs and regulation are present to ensure safety (most of the time). Under constitutional federal law, the driver assumes full responsibility, so keeping your insurance may be wise if you don't have the funds to insure yourself or others in the possible occasion of a crash. Please use your best judgement when exercising your right to travel.
Statement for police:
My Rights:
- Silence, including providing ANY documents or information that may incriminate or be used against me.
- I require having counsel present before answering any questions.
- I do not consent to any searches. Saying "no" does not mean I have something to hide.
- I have the right to know who you are when you are acting in public capacity.
- Right to know if I am being detained or arrested, and why. If I are not being detained or arrested, then I am free to leave.
- I are not acting as a "driver" of a "motor vehicle" in "trade", "traffic", or "transportation" as defined in 49 U.S. Code 31301 and therefore "motor vehicle" codes are not applicable if traveling by the means of the day to get from one place to another.
- Civil rights violations will be litigated in federal court
Some police officers are on a real power trip. If you do get pulled over while exercising your right to travel, I would strongly recommend speaking with the officer respectfully and explaining that you are not operating the vehicle in commerce and are thus not governed by state driving laws. Print a copy of the statement for police to keep in your car.
Happy traveling!