#704 - Portland cracks down on street racing with harsher penalties

Portland City Council unanimously voted Wednesday to crack down on street racing, beefing up penalties for those who shut down intersections and roadways and speed around city streets.

The ordinance will create two new misdemeanor crimes with which to charge street racers: “unlawful street takeover” and “unlawful staging of street takeover events.” Potential penalties include towed cars, a fine of up to $500, and jail time. If it’s a first offense, the driver could instead take part in a diversion program approved by the district attorney.

The ordinance, introduced by Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler, passed 4-0. Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty is on vacation throughout August and was not present for the vote.

Join your host Sean Reynolds, owner of Summit Properties NW, and Reynolds & Kline Appraisal as he takes a look at this developing topic.

https://www.opb.org/article/2021/08/17/portland-city-council-street-car-racing-/

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