§ 11-59. Engine-exhaust braking systems.

In order to protect the public safety, preserve the quality of life, and prevent nuisances within the City of Terrell, the practice of engine-exhaust braking by diesel trucks (sometimes referred to as "jake braking") is hereby prohibited as follows:

(a)

Engine-exhaust braking prohibited. No person may use an engine-exhaust braking system while operating a motor vehicle within the corporate limits of the City of Terrell. For the purposes of this section, the term engine-exhaust braking system shall mean an engine-exhaust braking system device that converts diesel-engine power into an air compressor and when engaged operates to slow the vehicle and, in addition, creates a loud and unreasonable noise.

(b)

Offense. It shall be unlawful and an offense for any person to violate or fail to comply with any provision of subsection (a) above.

(c)

Penalty. Any person violating subsection (a) above shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine in an amount not to exceed $500.00 for each separate violation.

( Ord. No. 2676, art. I, 11-15-16 )