Quiet Hours: Compton vs Los Angeles
How do quiet hours rules compare between Compton, CA and Los Angeles, CA?
Compton and Los Angeles have similar restriction levels.
Compton, CA
Los Angeles County
Compton Municipal Code Chapter 7 enforces noise restrictions with heightened enforcement during nighttime hours (10 PM-7 AM). Noise disturbing the peace of neighbors during quiet hours is a misdemeanor.
View full Compton rules →Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles County
Los Angeles Municipal Code Chapter XI prohibits unnecessary, excessive noise. Quiet hours run 10 PM–7 AM. Noise must not exceed ambient levels by more than 5 dBA on adjacent residential properties.
View full Los Angeles rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Compton | Los Angeles |
|---|---|---|
| Code Section | CMC Chapter 7 | - |
| Quiet Hours | 10 PM–7 AM (general) | 10 PM–7 AM |
| Penalty | Misdemeanor: up to $1,000 | - |
| County Backup | LA County Ch. 12.08 | - |
| Enforcement | Compton PD: (310) 605-5777 | LAPD non-emergency: (877) 275-5273 |
| Code | - | LAMC Chapter XI, §§41.57, 112.04–112.05 |
| dBA Limit | - | Not to exceed ambient +5 dBA |
| Equipment | - | 75 dB max; gas blowers banned within 500 ft of residence |
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Compton FAQ
What are Compton's quiet hours?
Quiet hours are generally 10 PM to 7 AM. Noise disturbing neighbors during these hours is subject to heightened enforcement and may be charged as a misdemeanor.
Who enforces quiet hours in Compton?
The Compton Police Department enforces noise violations. Contact (310) 605-5777 for complaints.
Los Angeles FAQ
What are the quiet hours in los Angeles?
Los Angeles Municipal Code Chapter XI prohibits unnecessary, excessive noise. Quiet hours run 10 PM–7 AM. Noise must not exceed ambient levels by more than 5 dBA on adjacent residential properties.
What happens if I violate the noise ordinance in los Angeles?
Code: LAMC Chapter XI, §§41.57, 112.04–112.05. Quiet Hours: 10 PM–7 AM. dBA Limit: Not to exceed ambient +5 dBA. Equipment: 75 dB max; gas blowers banned within 500 ft of residence.
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