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NJ A3890
NJ A3890Prohibits modification of mufflers and exhaust systems to produce audible sounds; increases penalties for violations.
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Introduced
05/09/2022
05/09/2022
In Committee
05/09/2022
05/09/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill prohibits the installation or modification of the muffler or exhaust system of a motor vehicle in a manner which amplifies or increases the noise emitted by the muffler or exhaust system of the motor vehicle above that emitted by the muffler or exhaust system originally installed on the vehicle. Under current law, the penalty for the unauthorized installation of a device that causes the exhaust system to emit an audible sound and the failure to have muffler good working to prevent excessive or usual sound is $25. The penalty for violating the provisions of the bill is a fine not exceeding $500, or imprisonment not exceeding 30 days, or both.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the installation or modification of the muffler or exhaust system of a motor vehicle in a manner that amplifies or increases the noise emitted above the original levels. The penalty for violating this provision is a fine not exceeding $500, or imprisonment not exceeding 30 days, or both. The bill also clarifies that the penalty for violating the existing law requiring vehicles to have a muffler in good working order to prevent excessive or unusual noise is consistent with the penalty for the new provision. The bill provides context by noting that under current law, the penalty for the unauthorized installation of a device that causes the exhaust system to emit an audible sound and the failure to have a properly working muffler is $25.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee (on 05/09/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A3890 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A4000/3890_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A4000/3890_I1.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A4000/3890_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A4000/3890_I1.PDF |
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