Crackdown on street takeovers in Prince George’s — just being there could leave your wallet on empty
The measure imposes $1,000 fines and up to two months in jail for first-time spectators as police report more than 40 takeovers this year.
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The Prince George's County Council passed a law on Tuesday that makes it a crime to simply attend an illegal street takeover, regardless of whether you participate in the races or just watch.The vote was unanimous: 10 to 0.The bill, known as CB-12, sets fines of $1,000 and up to 60 days in jail for anyone detected at one of these events.The penalties increase with each recidivism.The law also creates specific penalties for organizers and direct …
Prince George’s County cracks down on street takeovers, attendees face jail
Prince George’s County leaders are taking a tougher stance on illegal street takeovers — and under a newly passed bill, simply showing up to watch could now carry serious consequences.
‘Street takeovers’ are illegal in Prince George’s. Now attendees can be cited.
The Prince George’s County Council on Tuesday unanimously passed legislation that criminalizes attendance at street car rallies, bolstering existing state laws that already penalize organizing and participating in the events.
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