JAKARTA - Leaving the car in the engine on condition (idling) for a long time without being driven is often done by vehicle owners. In the United States, this habit turns out to lead to a fine-paying fine.
For owners of four-wheeled vehicles, generally this habit is done because of the priority of comfort, so that the cabin feels cool because of the hot weather, or warm the cabin during the winter. But don't try to do it in the state of North Carolina, USA.
Citing Carscoops Saturday, December 27, North Carolina has a traffic constitution (lantas) called 'Dawson's Rules', which classifies the act of letting an electric wheel vehicle or more light without supervision as a Class 3 minor offense.
Even though it is at the lowest level of law enforcement, the rules that apply in public areas such as highways, public roads, gas stations, and parking lots, still contain sanctions. However, in private property is excluded.
Onslow County Sheriff Chris Thomas told local station WNCT that enforcing the rule was not a top priority, but the reason behind it was not solely an environmental issue.
"This law only applies if you are on a public road or a public vehicle area. Locking and securing your car, as well as turning it off, is more important for us so that the vehicle is not stolen because often theft occurs because there is an opportunity," said Thomas.
Interestingly, although the Dawson Rule is based on efforts to reduce emissions and improve air quality, law enforcement officials see it more as an instrument for preventing theft.
In practice, officers do not patrol specifically to look for idling cars. However, cases will be handled when vehicles left in the engine on condition are lost.
It's not just North Carolina that has this rule. At least 16 US states and the District of Columbia have similar regulations, with a general idling time limit of three to five minutes. In some areas, such as New York, residents are even encouraged to report violations.
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