Chapter 10.07
COMPRESSION BRAKES
Sections:
10.07.020 Unmuffled compression brakes prohibited.
10.07.010 Definitions.
Compression Brakes. As used in this section, the term “compression brakes” means the use of the engine and transmission to retard the forward motion of a vehicle by compression of the engine. Compression brakes are also referred to as “jake brakes.” (Ord. 1460 § 1, 2008)
10.07.020 Unmuffled compression brakes prohibited.
A. Except as provided in this section, no person shall use motor vehicle unmuffled compression brakes anywhere within the City of Ferndale. It shall be an affirmative defense that said unmuffled compression brakes were applied in an emergency to protect persons and/or property.
B. This section shall not apply to fire and/or emergency response vehicles, whether or not responding to an emergency. (Ord. 1460 § 1, 2008)
10.07.030 Penalty.
Violation of this section shall constitute a traffic infraction and shall be punishable by a maximum penalty of $250.00 per violation. (Ord. 1460 § 1, 2008)