LOCAL LAW NO. "B" FOR 2024
A LOCAL LAW OF THE COUNTY OF ALBANY, NEW YORK AMENDING CHAPTER 288 OF THE ALBANY COUNTY CODE TO BAN SPEED CONTESTS AND STUNT BEHAVIOR
Introduced: 2/12/24
By Miller, A. Joyce and Kuhn:
A Local Law amending Chapter 288 of the Albany County Code to expand penalties for speed contests, stunt behavior, and other reckless driving behaviors that endanger Albany County residents.
BE IT ENACTED by the Albany County Legislature as follows:
Section 1. New Article Added.
This Local Law hereby amends Chapter 288 by adding a new Article IV, titled Unlawful Speed Contests and Stunt Behavior.
Section 2. ? 288-26, Title.
This Local Law shall be known as the "STUNT Law: Safeguarding Traffic, Unlawful Racing, and Noise Transgressions."
Section 3. ? 288-27, Legislative Purpose and Intent.
This Legislature recognizes that speeding has been a significant factor in numerous motor vehicle fatalities over the past decades, with motor vehicle accidents being one of the leading causes of death for individuals aged 1 to 54.
The Legislature acknowledges the rise in popularity of illegal vehicle sideshows, demonstrations, and contests; often shared on social media, which pose a great risk to participants and spectators, leading to severe physical injuries and even death.
Moreover, illegal vehicle sideshows, contests, street racing, and related stunt behavior not only endanger lives and property but also create excessive noise during night hours, causing disturbances for residents in neighboring areas.
The current penalties for these illegal activities are insufficient in deterring individuals from participating in them.
Therefore, the purpose of this Local Law is to protect Albany County residents by expanding and strengthening laws and penalties related to unlawful speed contests, sideshows, and related stunt behavior.
Section 4. ? 288-28, Definitions.
As used in this Local Law, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
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