Question A person may legally ride in the back of a pickup truck when: Answers The sides of the pickup bed are at least 24 inches high. The back of the pickup is covered with a camper shell. In a secured seat and while using an approved safety belt. Explanation Do not allow a person to ride in the back of a pickup or other truck unless the vehicle is equipped with seats and the person uses both the seat and a safety belt. Pass your DMV Written Test with flying colors Take me to the cheat sheet California This questions appears in the following tests: California Practice Test 21 California Practice Test 29