§ 71.042 USE OF COMPRESSION RELEASE ENGINE BRAKES.

   (A)   Definition. As used in this section, COMPRESSION RELEASE ENGINE BRAKE means a hydraulically operated device that converts a power producing diesel engine into a power absorbing retarding mechanism.

Statutory reference:
Similar definition, see I.C. § 9-21-8-44.5

   (B)   Prohibition. All motor vehicles are prohibited from using compression release engine brakes within the corporate boundaries of the town, except in the event of the failure of a vehicle’s service brake system.

   (C)   Penalty.

      (1)   Each violation of this section shall be punishable by a fine as follows:

 

First offense	$100;
Second offense	$250;
Third offense	$400;
Fourth offense	$600;
Each additional offense thereafter	$600.

 

      (2)   However, no agent or employee acting under the direction, rules, or orders of the firm, company, or corporation shall be fined for violation(s) of this section.

(Ord. 348, passed 4-25-2023)