Section 29003 Of Chapter 1. Towing Equipment From California Vehicle Code >> Division 13. >> Chapter 1.
29003
. (a) Every hitch or coupling device used as a means of
attaching the towed and towing vehicles shall be properly and
securely mounted and be structurally adequate for the weight drawn.
The mounting of the hitch or coupling device on the towing and towed
vehicle shall include sufficient reinforcement or bracing of the
frame to provide sufficient strength and rigidity to prevent undue
distortion of the frame.
(b) The drawbar, tongue, or other connection between the towing
and towed vehicles shall be securely attached and structurally
adequate for the weight drawn.
(c) The raised end of any motor vehicle being transported by
another motor vehicle using a tow dolly shall be secured to the tow
dolly by two separate chains, cables, or equivalent devices adequate
to prevent shifting or separation of the towed vehicle and the tow
dolly.