hm, where's your little red flag thinger handing off the back?!
Pennsylvania Vehicle Code, Title 75, Chapter 49, 4924(b)
clearly states that "If the load on any veicle extends more than four feet beyond the rear of the vehicle, a red flag or cloth not less than 12 inches square shall be displayed at the end of the load."
Furthermore, as this took place at night, the provision further states that "During hours of darkness, a red light shall be displayed in the same position in lieu of the flag or cloth"
tsk tsk coolmazda5, tsk tsk (lol2)
now all that hinges on whether or not the load sticking out over 4 feet, you live in PA, or you give a damn