Plant City, FL Noise Ordinances: Vehicle Noise (2026)
Key Facts
- State Law
- FL 316.272 muffler required
- Stereo Limit
- Plainly audible at 25 feet
- Enforcement
- Plant City PD traffic
- Typical Fine
- Around 116 dollars
Summary
Modified exhausts, loud stereos, and engine revving are enforced under Florida Statute 316.272 and Plant City noise rules. Motor vehicle stereos audible beyond 25 feet may be cited.
F.S. 316.272 Exhaust systems, prevention of noise. — (1) Every motor vehicle shall at all times be equipped with an exhaust system in good working order and in constant operation, including muffler, manifold pipe, and tailpiping to prevent excessive or unusual noise. In no event shall an exhaust system allow noise at a level which exceeds a maximum decibel level to be established by regulation of the Department of Environmental Protection as provided in s. 403.061(11) in cooperation with the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. No person shall use a muffler cutout, bypass or similar device upon a vehicle on a highway. (2) The engine and power mechanism of every motor vehicle shall be so equipped and adjusted as to prevent the escape of excessive fumes or smoke. (3) A violation of this section is a noncriminal traffic infraction, punishable as a nonmoving violation as provided in chapter 318. History. — s. 1, ch. 71-135; s. 1, ch. 72-39; s. 1, ch. 73-89; s. 27, ch. 79-65; s. 135, ch. 94-356; s. 204, ch. 99-248; s. 30, ch. 2006-1.
Full Breakdown
Plant City Police enforce FL 316.272, which requires motor vehicles to have functional mufflers and prohibits modifications that increase noise beyond original equipment. Stereos audible from 25 feet or more from the vehicle are a traffic infraction. Jake brakes (engine compression brakes) are discouraged on surface streets adjacent to residential areas, particularly along Alexander Street and Thonotosassa Road corridors.
Violations & Fines
Standard state traffic infraction fine around 116 dollars plus court costs. Muffler tampering can escalate to a misdemeanor.
Sources & Official References
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