Loud Car Stereos

his guide addresses the problem of loud car stereos, one of the most common sources of noise complaints in many jurisdictions. Police are concerned about loud car stereos for two main reasons: 1) they can be a public disturbance, and 2) they inhibit drivers' ability to hear emergency signals on the road. This guide will help law enforcement analyze their local problem. It also reviews responses to the problem of loud car stereos and what is known about these from evaluative research and police practice.