Springfield City Code section 98.05 specifically targets vehicle sound: operating a sound-reproducing device in a motor vehicle on the public way that is clearly audible more than 75 feet away triggers a $250 first-offense fine and vehicle impoundment for repeat violations.
Beyond general amplified-music rules, Springfield singles out motor-vehicle sound systems for escalating enforcement. Section 98.05(a)(2) reaches any sound-reproducing device 'In any motor vehicle on the public way' where the sound 'is clearly audible to a person with normal hearing at a distance greater than 75 feet.' Section 98.05(b) sets a mandatory minimum fine of not less than $250 for a first offense; a second within a 24-month period carries a $500 minimum and vehicle impoundment; a third or subsequent carries a $750 minimum and impoundment. Section 98.05(c) provides a detailed seizure-and-impoundment process, including towing, cash bonds of $500 or $750, preliminary hearings within seven days, and full hearings before a city hearing officer. Business-registered vehicles are exempt from impoundment but the operator remains liable for fines.
First offense: minimum $250. Second within 24 months: minimum $500 plus impoundment and a $500 cash bond. Third or subsequent: minimum $750 plus impoundment and a $750 cash bond (Sec. 98.05(b)-(c)).
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