Quiet hours in Compton, CA — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
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.
Compton Municipal Code Chapter 7 (Police Regulations) provides minimum standards to safeguard the peace and tranquility of citizens. Quiet hours are generally observed from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM, during which time noise disturbances receive heightened enforcement. Residential neighborhoods have stricter noise expectations during these hours. The LA County noise ordinance (Chapter 12.08) supplements local enforcement with specific dBA thresholds. Power equipment, loud music, parties, and other disturbances during quiet hours are primary enforcement targets.
Nighttime noise violations are misdemeanors carrying fines up to $1,000 and/or six months in jail. Each day of continued violation is a separate offense.
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