In , there were 48 racing accidents, 1 fatality, and 60 injuries. According to the NHTSA, motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for people between the ages of 16 and The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety says 5, teens died in the United States from motor vehicle crash injuries in Nationwide statistics show that 49 people are injured for every 1, who participate in illegal street racing.
Though laws vary, here are some penalties faced by street racers: You can be arrested and have your car impounded for 30 days. Spectators are subject to penalties as well.
Your driver's license can be revoked. Your car insurance may be cancelled or the rates dramatically increased. Depending on other aggravating factors for example, if you have been convicted before , you might also have your vehicle confiscated on the spot.
Your vehicle can be confiscated for up to three months for a first offence. If you are the owner of the vehicle but it wasn't you driving then you can make an application to the court for the return of the vehicle.
For a second offence the vehicle could be confiscated permanently and sold or be used for crash testing by Roads and Maritime Services. The maximum prison term is two years for a second or subsequent offence. If you are convicted of illegal street racing this will go on your criminal record unless you obtain a Section 10 which is a finding of guilt without a criminal conviction. It is possible to obtain a permit to conduct a legal street race, but many criteria must be met.
If the police suspect you may have been involved in street or drag racing, they may take immediate action. Which one of the following is correct? A two or more vehicles from a point side by side at accelerating speeds in a competitive attempt to outdistance each other; or. B one or more vehicles over a common selected course, from the same place to the same place, for the purpose of comparing the relative speeds or power of acceleration of the vehicle or vehicles in a specified distance or time.
If there is an accident with property damage or personal injury, a peace officer shall require the vehicle taken to the nearest licensed vehicle storage facility. The driver is liable for all removal and storage facility fees to the facility before retrieving the vehicle.
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