The provisions of Section 82-7-8 shall not apply in case of a bona fide emergency resulting from a mechanical breakdown
or an accident when such vehicle is being towed to the nearest garage or repair shop
which can furnish the required service. In any such case, such connection may consist
solely of a chain, rope or cable of not over fifteen (15) feet in length between vehicles;
provided, that a licensed operator shall be at the controls of the towed vehicle to
brake, steer and control the lights thereof. (3-13-63; 1961 Code, § 16-201.)
