Rhode Island S3042 bans street takeovers, making them a felony with penalties including imprisonment and fines.

Rhode Island S3042 prohibits street takeovers, where individuals block roadways to perform stunts, drag race, or illegally obstruct public streets. Violators would face felony charges, imprisonment for more than one year, and fines ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. The act also authorizes the impounding of vehicles involved in the offense and subjecting them to a forfeiture hearing in the superior court. The act would take effect upon passage.

Rhode Island S3042 bans street takeovers, making them a felony with penalties including imprisonment and fines.

Rhode Island S3042 prohibits street takeovers, where individuals block roadways to perform stunts, drag race, or illegally obstruct public streets. Violators would face felony charges, imprisonment for more than one year, and fines ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. The act also authorizes the impounding of vehicles involved in the offense and subjecting them to a forfeiture hearing in the superior court. The act would take effect upon passage.