Huntington enforces NY Vehicle and Traffic Law 375(31) against modified exhausts and excessive motor vehicle noise. Local Chapter 141 also prohibits vehicle noise audible beyond the property line, targeting idling trucks and muscle cars on Route 25A.
NY VTL 375(31) prohibits mufflers that produce excessive or unusual noise and amplify exhaust beyond stock. Suffolk County Police and Huntington Public Safety run periodic enforcement on Route 25A (Jericho Turnpike), New York Avenue, and Route 110. Idling over 3 consecutive minutes for diesel trucks violates 6 NYCRR 217-3. Chapter 141 adds local authority to cite vehicle stereos audible 50+ feet from the vehicle.
VTL 375 muffler violation: $150 fine plus 2 points. Idling violation: up to $875. Stereo/noise citations: $250-$1,000 under Chapter 141.
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