Vehicle exhaust and stereo noise within Delano city limits are enforced under California Vehicle Code §§27150–27151 (muffler/exhaust modification) and §27007 (sound amplification audible at 50 feet), with Delano PD handling field enforcement.
CVC §27150 requires every vehicle to have an adequate muffler in constant operation. CVC §27151 prohibits modifying exhaust systems to amplify noise above the level emitted by the factory equipment. CVC §27007 prohibits operating a sound amplification system audible at 50 feet from the vehicle. Officers issue 'fix-it' tickets and may require a CHP referee inspection.
Correctable equipment violation with base fine plus assessments; SAE J1169 noise testing may be ordered.
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