Quiet hours in San Joaquin County, CA — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
San Joaquin County Code of Ordinances Title 6, Division 3 (Public Order) addresses excessive noise as a public nuisance. The occurrence of excessive noise — sounds disturbing the peace or quiet of nearby properties — is a declared nuisance. Enforcement applies to unincorporated areas of the county.
SJC Ordinance Title 6, Division 3, Chapter 6 (Abatement) classifies excessive noise as a public nuisance. Excessive noise includes sounds loud, unusual, or unnecessary that disturb the peace or quiet of nearby properties; operation of radios, televisions, phonographs, or sound devices that unreasonably disturb the comfort of neighbors; and sounds from animals or fowl that cause two or more residents to complain. The county enforces these provisions in unincorporated areas through Code Enforcement and the Sheriff's Office. Contact San Joaquin County Community Development Code Enforcement at (209) 468-3121 or the Sheriff's Office non-emergency line at (209) 468-4400.
Excessive noise is a public nuisance subject to abatement. Citations and civil penalties may be issued. Repeat violations can escalate to criminal charges under CA Penal Code §415.
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