A1092

Prohibits modification of mufflers and exhaust systems to produce audible sounds; increases penalties for violations.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A1092 prohibits modifying mufflers and exhaust systems to produce louder sounds and increases penalties for violations.

New Jersey A1092 amends existing laws to prohibit the modification of mufflers and exhaust systems on motor vehicles to amplify or increase noise. The bill also increases penalties for violations, with fines up to $500 and/or imprisonment for up to 30 days. The law applies to all motor vehicles except those authorized by the commission, which may use sirens, whistles, or bells under specific conditions. The act takes effect 90 days after enactment.

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Current
Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee
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History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee