NY Vehicle and Traffic Law 386 sets statewide motor vehicle noise limits: 95 dBA for vehicles under 10,000 lbs at 50 feet. Modified exhaust and cutouts prohibited under VTL 375(31).
State Police, Sheriff, and local police enforce on county roads and state highways. SLEEP Act (VTL 386-a, 2022) increased fines for illegal muffler modifications statewide. Contact Rensselaer County at (518) 270-2900 for enforcement. This vehicle noise rule under Rensselaer County's noise ordinances applies to unincorporated areas of Rensselaer County. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Rensselaer County code enforcement directly or consult the official New York municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
Modified exhaust: 150 dollars first offense, up to 1,000 dollars under SLEEP Act provisions. Excessive noise: 75-150 dollars plus possible equipment violation.
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