Quiet hours in Gwinnett County, GA — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Gwinnett County UDO Chapter 74 (Noise) prohibits unreasonable noise in unincorporated areas. Quiet hours 11 PM-7 AM weekdays, 11 PM-8 AM weekends. Gwinnett Police enforce.
Gwinnett County Code Chapter 74 (Noise) establishes general prohibition on unreasonable noise disturbing neighbors. Nighttime quiet hours typically 11 PM to 7 AM Monday-Friday and until 8 AM on weekends. Plainly audible standard at property line. Incorporated cities (Lawrenceville, Duluth, Snellville, Suwanee, etc.) have their own noise ordinances — county rules apply only in unincorporated Gwinnett. O.C.G.A. §16-11-39 disorderly conduct is criminal backstop.
Civil citation typically $150-$500 first offense. Repeat violations may be charged as misdemeanor under O.C.G.A. §16-11-39 with fines up to $1,000 and/or 12 months.
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