New laws and fines have been set into effect as of Sept. 9, 2007. Here are a few of the listings to keep you better informed. • A driver under 18 years of age operating while using a phone or handheld electronic device. First offense, $70 fine; second and subsequent offense, $310.
• Passengers 18 years old and younger not properly secured in a seatbelt. First offense, $70 fine; second offense, $160 fine; third offense, $310 fine.
• Unnecessary brake/acceleration noise, $137 fine.
• Transporting a dog (or dogs) in an open portion of the vehicle not protected, $137 fine.
• Failure to stop at a stop sign, $131 fine.
• Failure to stop at a red light before a right turn, $131 fine.
• Failure to keep right with a bicycle, $22 fine.
Remember: knowledge is power; these are just a few of the laws we all have to abide by.
If you have any questions, please call 532-2287 or visit us at the police department at 97 Military St.
Please drive safe and make Houlton the best place to live.
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