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This bill addresses the illegal use of certain vehicles and street takeovers by implementing several key provisions. It allows municipalities to adopt ordinances regulating the use of all-terrain vehicles, dirt bikes, and mini-motorcycles, with the ability to impose fines up to $2,000 for repeated violations and potentially seize or forfeit these vehicles. The bill introduces a specific definition for "street takeovers" and enables municipalities to prohibit organizing, participating in, or observing such events, with penalties including vehicle impoundment and potential forfeiture. Additionally, the bill modifies the motor vehicle operator's license suspension rules, establishing more stringent penalties for violations related to street takeovers and reckless vehicle use. For instance, a first violation of certain street takeover-related offenses could result in a 45-day license suspension, while subsequent violations could lead to a two-year suspension. The legislation also increases criminal penalties for street takeover violations, with potential fines of at least $2,000 and escalating from misdemeanor to felony charges for repeat offenses. These changes aim to deter dangerous vehicular behavior and provide local municipalities with more tools to address such incidents.

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