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What is the law regarding loud vehicle alarms?

The law regarding loud vehicle theft alarm systems is contained in the California Vehicle Code, Section 22651.5. Section 22651.5 in part states that a police officer may, upon complaint, remove a vehicle if the vehicle theft alarm system has been activated for 20 minutes upon the officer’s arrival, and the alarm has not silenced within that time.

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