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Lincoln council holds public hearing on proposed nuisance-vehicle rules that would allow impoundments for dangerous driving
Summary
A public hearing March 24 considered a proposed amendment to Lincoln Municipal Code Title 10 that would expand the city's authority to declare certain racing and reckless‑driving behavior a public nuisance and, in some cases, allow police to impound vehicles.
A public hearing on a proposed change to Lincoln Municipal Code Title 10 drew hours of testimony March 24 as council members weighed an ordinance that would define "disorderly vehicles," broaden prohibitions on racing and racing-like behavior, and authorize police to impound vehicles involved in certain dangerous-driving offenses.
City law and police officials told the council the changes are intended to reduce dangerous driving and improve public safety. John Carlson, with the city law team, said the ordinance would "clarify the code so the dangerous driving activities are clearly understood" and would allow officers to impound vehicles involved in a limited set of offenses when necessary to prevent continued dangerous driving.
The Lincoln Police Department provided data and a description of the problem. Captain Max Hebka said the department has pursued enhanced enforcement and technology on corridors including O…
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