§ 28-279. Emanation of excessive sound or noise; exceptions; penalties.

(a)

No person shall operate or permit the operation of any sound amplification system which emanates unreasonably loud or excessive sound or noise which is likely to cause inconvenience to persons of ordinary sensibilities, when both the following exist:

(1)

The sound amplification system is located in or on any motor vehicle on a public street, highway, or public parks.

(2)

The sound or noise emanating from the sound amplification system is audible at a distance of greater than 25 feet and exceeds 85 decibels.

(b)

This section does not apply to the use of a horn, alarm, or other warning device which has as its purpose the signaling of unsafe or dangerous situations or to summon the assistance of law enforcement when used for such purpose, or when used in conjunction with a permitted event.

(c)

Whoever violates a provision of this section shall be fined $100.00 for a first offense, and not less than $200.00 nor more than $500.00 for second and subsequent offenses.

(Code 2004, § 14.103.1)

State law reference

Emanation of excessive sound or noise, exceptions, penalties, R.S. 14:103.1.