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Lift Kits in Mississippi

Conditional

Mississippi has no bumper- or frame-height limit. Instead it bans the squat stance: it is unlawful to drive a passenger vehicle whose suspension, frame, or chassis has been altered so the front fender sits 4 or more inches higher than the rear.

Verified against primary sources · August 2026

What the law says

Factory high-clearance fenders designed for suspension articulation are exempt. Fines run $100, $200, and $300 with a 12-month license suspension on a third offense. Overall vehicle height is capped at 13 feet 6 inches.

Specific Limits

Rule
front fender may not sit 4 or more inches higher than the rear fender
Penalties
$100 / $200 / $300, 12-month suspension on the third offense

Statute

Miss. Code § 63-7-105 (overall height: § 63-5-17)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are lift kits legal in Mississippi?
Mississippi has no bumper- or frame-height limit. Instead it bans the squat stance: it is unlawful to drive a passenger vehicle whose suspension, frame, or chassis has been altered so the front fender sits 4 or more inches higher than the rear.
What are the exact lift kits limits in Mississippi?
Rule: front fender may not sit 4 or more inches higher than the rear fender. Penalties: $100 / $200 / $300, 12-month suspension on the third offense. Source: Miss. Code § 63-7-105 (overall height: § 63-5-17).

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