2024 NATIONAL MEDAL
for Museum and Library Service Finalist

Vehicle Violations

Author: 
Donald Carugati
Tuesday, May 13, 2025

"My wonderful old car had seen better days. Right sideview mirror was taped, left taillight was out, muffler had a hole, and inspection was overdue. A state trooper stopped me.

"Sir, your vehicle has several violations." My reply, "I didn't want to spend money, because I'm picking up a new car tomorrow." He laughed then, I presented my sales receipt, the trooper left saying "Enjoy your new car". Yea! No ticket.