Modded cars banned in California
07-02-2006, 08:43 PM
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Modded cars banned in California Another reason I don't live in CA.
California Crackdown on Modified Cars
$5 million in federal money will fund a Sacramento, California effort to stop drivers in modified cars.
Unmodified Subaru looks modifiedPolice in Sacramento, California announced Wednesday that they would use $5 million in federal money to begin cracking down on auto enthusiasts who modify their vehicles. The money will be used to form an undercover "Drag-Net" unit to stop motorists who appear to be driving modified cars.
The concept, which originated in San Diego in 2001, has been spreading throughout California generating significant revenue for the state and local departments. In Santa Fe Springs, for example, twelve officers on Drag-Net duty issued 300 citations and impounded 50 vehicles in just one weekend. Several cities have drag-racing ordinances that allow police to auction off seized cars and keep the profits.
Under Drag-Net, San Diego officers come to train other departments how to look out for what they believe to be tell-tale signs of illegal modification such as window tinting, large spoilers, extra gauges or racing stickers. Police say this gives them probable cause to stop and inspect a vehicle and its engine compartment.
In practice, "excessive exhaust noise" tickets are the most common violation. California law does not require police to measure sound levels objectively. Instead, according to the California Highway Patrol, the "citation is based on officer's judgment."
Drivers of stock vehicles that come from the factory with some of the characteristics of modified cars have experienced harassment under this provision. One such motorist complained on an enthusiast website that the California Highway Patrol was using these programs to make "driving while Asian" (LMAO!!!!
)a crime, pointing out that the department's own website has several pages dedicated to Asian involvement in street racing and "vehicle modification."
Those receiving a vehicle modification "fix-it" ticket must visit a California Bureau of Automobile Repair office and pay a $35 fee to have their car inspected. If the car fails, a judge can impose another fine of up to $2000 for failing to meet California emissions requirements.
California Crackdown on Modified Cars
$5 million in federal money will fund a Sacramento, California effort to stop drivers in modified cars.
Unmodified Subaru looks modifiedPolice in Sacramento, California announced Wednesday that they would use $5 million in federal money to begin cracking down on auto enthusiasts who modify their vehicles. The money will be used to form an undercover "Drag-Net" unit to stop motorists who appear to be driving modified cars.
The concept, which originated in San Diego in 2001, has been spreading throughout California generating significant revenue for the state and local departments. In Santa Fe Springs, for example, twelve officers on Drag-Net duty issued 300 citations and impounded 50 vehicles in just one weekend. Several cities have drag-racing ordinances that allow police to auction off seized cars and keep the profits.
Under Drag-Net, San Diego officers come to train other departments how to look out for what they believe to be tell-tale signs of illegal modification such as window tinting, large spoilers, extra gauges or racing stickers. Police say this gives them probable cause to stop and inspect a vehicle and its engine compartment.
In practice, "excessive exhaust noise" tickets are the most common violation. California law does not require police to measure sound levels objectively. Instead, according to the California Highway Patrol, the "citation is based on officer's judgment."
Drivers of stock vehicles that come from the factory with some of the characteristics of modified cars have experienced harassment under this provision. One such motorist complained on an enthusiast website that the California Highway Patrol was using these programs to make "driving while Asian" (LMAO!!!!
)a crime, pointing out that the department's own website has several pages dedicated to Asian involvement in street racing and "vehicle modification."Those receiving a vehicle modification "fix-it" ticket must visit a California Bureau of Automobile Repair office and pay a $35 fee to have their car inspected. If the car fails, a judge can impose another fine of up to $2000 for failing to meet California emissions requirements.
07-02-2006, 09:20 PM
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That sucks, been to LA twice. I love all of southern California. Wish I lived there, but I know they have some strict emissions. Could drive my back in between the lanes though.
07-02-2006, 10:35 PM
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"Since you have chosen to elect a man with a timber toe to succeed me, you may all go to hell and I will go to Texas." - Davy Crockett
I ******* hate the western coast, I hope the San Andreas fault collapses and that ******* hippy, crackwhore, ****-a-guy-in-the-*** state floats off into the pacific. I am also not too fond of Seattle either,
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I ******* hate the western coast, I hope the San Andreas fault collapses and that ******* hippy, crackwhore, ****-a-guy-in-the-*** state floats off into the pacific. I am also not too fond of Seattle either,
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07-02-2006, 11:12 PM
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Wow... Like they dont have other problems to deal with? 6,000 illegal immigrants come into Cali a day and there worried about modded cars. HMM...
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07-03-2006, 12:34 AM
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damn, Im originally from California and I loved it while I was there but after hearing all the new laws and BS that they are adding im glad to be in Texas. I did want to go back but now Im having serious second thoughts. Id rather keep my car the way it is and stay in TX.
07-03-2006, 12:41 AM
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Originally Posted by wild thing
Wow... Like they dont have other problems to deal with? 6,000 illegal immigrants come into Cali a day and there worried about modded cars. HMM...
07-03-2006, 01:08 AM
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So not being able to drive a modded car makes you think California 'sucks'? Nevermind the weather, atmosphere/culture, great schools, and the list goes on and on...
I love Texas, but the "Texas is the only place worth living on earth" attitude is what gives Texans a bad reputation.
I love Texas, but the "Texas is the only place worth living on earth" attitude is what gives Texans a bad reputation.
07-03-2006, 01:25 AM
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Originally Posted by JurisAg02
So not being able to drive a modded car makes you think California 'sucks'? Nevermind the weather, atmosphere/culture, great schools, and the list goes on and on...
I love Texas, but the "Texas is the only place worth living on earth" attitude is what gives Texans a bad reputation.
I love Texas, but the "Texas is the only place worth living on earth" attitude is what gives Texans a bad reputation.
Wont happen to many trees would be getting saved and not enough people.
07-03-2006, 01:36 AM
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Originally Posted by _Zac
How about we agree on this and when the next war happens we can send 80% of our millitary from cali instead of Texas.
Wont happen to many trees would be getting saved and not enough people.
Wont happen to many trees would be getting saved and not enough people.
damn i love texasand another quote: "Texas can make it without the United States, but the United States can't make it without Texas!"- Sam Houston
