Carefree looks to crack down on
noisy motorcycles, traffic
The Arizona Republic
Oct. 3, 2007 01:39 PM

The Town Council voted unanimously Tuesdayto beef up punishment for first-time violators of
its controversial noise ordinance, which targetsdrivers who exceed an 85-decibel noise limit.

Offenders could soon walk away with a Class 1 misdemeanor, instead of a civil citation,
when the changes take effect in early November. Violators also could be fined as much as $2,500
in fines, receive as much as three years probation or land in jail for up to 180 days.

Currently, a first-time offense carries a fine of up to $175,
according to the Carefree town code.

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