It’s the law: If your windshield wipers are on, your headlights should be too

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If your windshield wipers are on for heavy rain, Ohio Law says your headlights should be, too.

The law, Ohio Revised Code section 4513.03, requires a vehicle's lights to be on when wipers are in use. This includes your taillights and rear license plate lights. The law has been in effect since 2009.