Quiet hours in Broken Arrow, OK — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Broken Arrow Code of Ordinances Section 16-12 (Disturbing the Peace) establishes quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM Sunday through Thursday, and 11 PM to 7 AM Friday and Saturday. Noise audible from 50 feet away during these hours is considered disturbing the peace. Minimum fine of $50 upon conviction.
Broken Arrow municipal code establishes quiet hours and residential noise limits. Oklahoma Statute 21 O.S. §1289 provides statewide enforcement for disturbing the peace as a misdemeanor. Most Oklahoma cities set residential limits around 55 to 65 dBA at the property line. Exemptions for emergency vehicles and city operations. ODEQ handles industrial noise complaints at the state level. Police non-emergency line handles residential complaints.
First offense: warning or citation $50 to $500. Misdemeanor under 21 O.S. §1289: up to $100 fine and/or 30 days jail.
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