§ 646. Drag racing.

A drag race is defined as the operation of two (2) or more vehicles from a point side by side at accelerating speeds in a competitive attempt to outdistance each other or the operating of one (1) or more vehicles over a common selected course, from the same point to the same point, for the purpose of comparing the relative speeds or power of acceleration of such vehicle or vehicles within a certain distance or time limit. Drag racing is hereby declared unlawful and any person violating this section shall be guilty of an offense and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine of not less than Twenty-Five Dollars ($25.00) nor more than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), excluding costs and assessments, and/or by imprisonment in the City jail for a period of not more than ninety (90) days.

(Ord. Nos. 15822, 18454)