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NC H429

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/21/2023

Primary Sponsor

Carolyn Logan

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023-2024 Session

AI Summary

  • Operating a motor vehicle in a street takeover (blocking traffic to perform stunts like burnouts, doughnuts, wheelies, or drifting) is unlawful and punishable as a Class A1 misdemeanor with a minimum fine of $1,000; a second violation within 24 months is a Class H felony with a minimum fine equal to twice the vehicle's value but not less than $1,000.

  • Participating in, coordinating through social media, or facilitating a street takeover is a Class A1 misdemeanor.

  • Knowingly being present as a spectator at a street takeover is a Class 3 misdemeanor for the first offense; a second violation within 24 months is a Class 2 misdemeanor; and any subsequent violation within 24 months is a Class 1 misdemeanor.

  • Operating a vehicle in a street takeover while assaulting or knowingly and willfully threatening a law enforcement officer is a Class H felony.

  • Vehicles involved in street takeover violations shall be seized by law enforcement and held pending trial; upon conviction, the vehicle is sold at public auction with proceeds going to the county school fund after liens, seizure fees, and storage costs are paid.

Legislative Description

Make Street Takeovers Unlawful

Courts; Crimes; Criminal Procedure; Fines & Penalties; Infrastructure; Motor Vehicles; Property; Public; Racing; Roads & Highway

Last Action

Ref to the Com on Transportation, if favorable, Judiciary 2, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House

3/23/2023

Committee Referrals

Transportation3/23/2023

Full Bill Text

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