Maui County Council is debating a bill that would increase fines for loud car stereos from $25 to $250 for first offenses. Police say enforcement is challenging because vehicles are often gone by the time officers respond to complaints.
- Proposed Bill 119 would raise first-time loud stereo fines from $25 to $250, with repeat violations up to $1,000.
- Police support tougher penalties but cite enforcement challenges since violating vehicles are usually gone when officers arrive.
- Council Chair Alice Lee says the measure aims to improve safety and peace of mind for residents.
- Some council members oppose the bill as government overreach on a less critical safety issue.
Source: Hawaii News Now
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