Restricts amplified sound from motor vehicles, exempting police and certain business or political vehicles.

New York S01620 amends the vehicle and traffic law to prohibit operating or amplifying sound from devices like radios or tape players in motor vehicles on streets and highways. This restriction applies unless the sound is necessary for law enforcement duties or emergency procedures. It also exempts vehicles used for business or political purposes that normally use sound-making devices. The bill establishes fines for violations, starting at $40 for the first offense and increasing with subsequent offenses.

Restricts amplified sound from motor vehicles, exempting police and certain business or political vehicles.

New York S01620 amends the vehicle and traffic law to prohibit operating or amplifying sound from devices like radios or tape players in motor vehicles on streets and highways. This restriction applies unless the sound is necessary for law enforcement duties or emergency procedures. It also exempts vehicles used for business or political purposes that normally use sound-making devices. The bill establishes fines for violations, starting at $40 for the first offense and increasing with subsequent offenses.