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Connecticut officials push for legislation surrounding street takeovers

Connecticut officials push for legislation surrounding street takeovers

Yahoo01-04-2025

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Local and state leaders are pushing for change concerning dangerous street takeovers after police say they've been on the rise in recent years.
Police say these street takeovers threaten the safety and well-being of residents, bystanders, motorists, and property. That's why the police academy will push for the passage of new legislation on Tuesday morning.
Street takeover shut down Berlin Turnpike
New Haven Police Chief Karl Jacobson will be joined by Mayor Justin Elicker, Attorney General Tong, and other municipal and state leaders at 9:30 a.m. to discuss street takeovers, the illegal use of dirt bikes, ATVs, and reckless driving.
The Connecticut General Assembly is considering several bills to address the issue. If passed, these bills would enable cities, towns and the state to impose new and stiffer penalties on those participating in, organizing, or even watching a street takeover.
The penalties could include: fines up to $2,000, a driver's license suspension and impounded vehicles.
News 8 is told this push for change is in addition to several other measures, including the creation of a Joint Regional Dirt Bike and ATV Task Force.
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