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Board backs tougher impound rules and penalties for 'sideshow' reckless driving
Summary
The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Oct. 20 to amend the police and transportation codes to impose minimum vehicle impound periods for reckless exhibitions, street racing and stunt driving and to authorize stepped penalties for repeat offenses; supporters said the changes respond to a recent spike in dangerous driving events.
The Board of Supervisors on Oct. 20 passed legislation that increases penalties for stunt driving, reckless exhibitions and illegal street racing, including minimum impoundments for vehicles involved in such incidents.
Supervisor Ahsha Safaí introduced the ordinance, which the Board debated at length. The measure makes it unlawful to engage in dangerous exhibitions, speed contests and stunts on public streets and specifies…
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