Manaus/AM – More than 340 motorcycles that circulated with “free discharges”, those famous noisy exhausts, which usually disturb residents, were removed during operations by the State Department of Traffic of Amazonas (Detran-AM), this year in Manaus alone.
Arthur Cruz, general coordinator of Detran Inspection, highlights that the practice of “free discharge”, in which the motorcycle operates only through a pipe without a muffler or silencer, has become a public health and safety issue.
“Excessive noise can lead to stress, disrupted sleep and even long-term health problems. Additionally, free-flushing on motorcycles can result in toxic gas emissions above permitted limits, contributing to air pollution.”
Drivers caught in this situation may be covered by Article 230, This results in a fine (R$ 195.23) and retention of the vehicle until the irregularity is corrected.
In addition to financial sanctions and retention of the vehicle, drivers can be arrested for committing a criminal offense, an extreme measure adopted to ensure others’ right to peace of mind.
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