In a decisive move aimed at curbing the relentless issue of reckless driving, Wisconsin lawmakers passed a measure, AB 078 / SB 65, effectively permitting the police to impound any vehicle involved in such offenses. In a statement obtained by the City of Milwaukee’s official news release, it was declared that ownership is of no consequence under this new law, ensuring that those thinking they could evade penalties by using cars not in their name are squarely in the line of fire.
The scope of this law is comprehensive, pulling no punches even for first-time violators often cradled by previous lenient treatments. A major champion of this legislation, whose inception dates back almost two years prior to the recent approval, is the original sponsor from the Common Council. They highlighted, “If you choose to drive recklessly, you risk losing your vehicle. Period,” as mentioned on the City of Milwaukee release. The same individual elucidated, serving a stark warning, that vehicles left unclaimed for over three months post-impounding would be destined for destruction—a mirror reflecting the harsh consequences of irresponsible driving.
Milwaukee’s concrete crusade against reckless driving doesn’t end merely at the prospect of making troublemakers bid farewell to their vehicles. The City Tow Lot, arms open wide, waits with more than 300 vacant spots — a silent testament to the preparedness of the city’s towing contractors, ready to cleanse the streets…