New Enforcement Effort Tackles Speed, Loud Exhaust Across OC

LAGUNA BEACH, CA — Laguna Beach Police officers will lead several joint law enforcement agency speed and loud exhaust operations in Orange County from June through August this year, the city announced Wednesday.

The multi-agency enforcement effort is in response to safety and quality of life concerns that impact residents throughout Orange County, including coastal communities from San Clemente to Seal Beach, authorities said.

During the multi-agency campaign, law enforcement personnel will actively look for vehicle code violations that include excessive speed and modified exhaust on both cars and motorcycles.

“Speed and loud exhaust can impact the safety and quality of life for our residents, and we will proactively enforce these laws to mitigate their concerns,” said Laguna Beach Police Chief Jeff Calvert. “The City of Laguna Beach has been a regional leader in addressing these issues, including working with Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris’ office to pass Assembly Bill 2496, which will mandate stricter penalties for those cited for loud exhaust.”

For more information, residents can contact Lt. Cornelius Ashton at (949) 497-0701.