Stop Illegally Altered Vehicles

What problem would you like to solve?

The lack of enforcement of laws that fine drivers of vehicles that have been illegally altered to create extremely loud noise, & the shops that make those alterations.

Why is it important to solve? Why is it relevant for the community?

The ear-splitting noise created by these vehicles is disruptive & distressing -- particularly to those who are homebound. Excessively loud noise (&, with these vehicles, throughout the day & night), has been shown to have adverse health impacts (heart disease, high blood pressure, stress), cause pollution &, in children, can cause permanent cognitive lag.

What idea do you have to address the problem?

Governor Hochul has signed legislation to increase the fines imposed on drivers of these vehicles & the shops that make the illegal alterations, but the law is not being enforced. A representative from the Brooklyn Borough President's Office stated that "lack of resources" is the reason. My idea is to provide dedicated funding to the NYPD to specifically ticket those who disobey the noise law, & to enforce, for the shops, the "three strikes & you're out" component that would strip offending shops, after three fines, of their licenses to inspect vehicles.

Who would that help?

As noted above, enforcement of the noise law would be very important for homebound people & children, but would provide all residents with a calmer environment, free from disturbances of the peace, & polluting activity. A noisy city like New York can be made less noisy. We did it with car alarms, now let's do it by enforcing a law already on the books.

What NYC borough would benefit from your idea?

Brooklyn