Vehicle exhaust noise in San Rafael is enforced under California Vehicle Code §27150-27151 (muffler and modification rules) by San Rafael Police. The §8.13.040 general noise limits also cap idling and stationary vehicle noise at residential property lines.
CVC §27150 requires every motor vehicle to have an adequate muffler in constant operation to prevent excessive or unusual noise. CVC §27151 bars exhaust modifications that amplify sound. Local enforcement is the San Rafael Police Traffic Division, typically through 'fix-it' tickets. Loud engine work or revving at a residence can also be cited under §8.13.030 (loud or unusual noises) or §8.13.040 if it exceeds the residential dBA cap.
CVC exhaust violations are correctable equipment tickets that convert to fines if uncorrected. Local §8.13 violations follow the standard bail schedule.
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