Local Priorities Nuisance motorbikes Message

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Nuisance motorbikes, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

SECTION 59 POWERS HAVE CHANGED

Officers and PCSO's now have the authority to seize a vehicle immediately under Section 59 of the Police Reform Act 2002.

The previous requirement to issue a warning first has been removed. If the behaviour meets the criteria, officers can take action on the spot.

This includes:
Revving engines or wheel spinning in residential areas.
Riding motorcycles or quad bikes on footpaths, parks or fields.
Anti social use of vehicles anywhere in the community.

This change is designed to help us tackle:
Persistent nuisance vehicles.
Anti social driving.
Off road bikes causing disruption.
Behaviour that puts the public at risk.

We are committed to keeping our roads, parks and neighbourhoods safe. If you use a vehicle in a way that causes alarm, distress or annoyance, or drive carelessly or inconsiderate, you risk losing that vehicle on the spot.

If you witness anti social vehicle use, please report it to us via 101 or online. In an emergency call 999.

Get Involved

Please consider getting involved and contribute to the local priority survey, we may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on.  Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you.

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