Oregon bill aims to crack down on illegal street racing

The latest street racing death comes as lawmakers consider a bill taking aim at street race organizers.

PORTLAND, Ore. — A bill in the Oregon Senate aims to increase maximum jail time and fines for people found guilty of organizing street-racing events.

Senate Bill 615, introduced by Sen. Chris Gorsek (D-Troutdale), is currently in committee with no hearings scheduled yet.

If SB 615 passes, first offenders could get a maximum of 364 days in prison and/or up to a $6,200 fine. Repeat offenders within a five-year period could face up to five years in prison and/or up to a $125,000 fine.

The

→ Continue reading at KGW TV

Related articles

Comments

Share article

Latest articles