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Lexington Targets Street Racing with New Fines | Lexington News
Lexington’s city council is debating a bold new plan to crack down on street racing and reckless driving—not with criminal charges, but with steep civil fines and vehicle impoundments designed to send a clear message. The proposal, backed by the STREET Safety Task Force, targets drag racing, doughnuts, and wheelies, with penalties starting at $2,250 for first-time offenders and climbing to $4,500 for repeat violators. While some council members support the tough stance, others worry about the real-world impact—especially for families struggling to get to work—and fear the system could be…
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