(a)
Prohibition.
(1)
It shall be unlawful for the operator of any motor vehicle to engage in an exhibition of acceleration.
(2)
As used herein, the term “exhibition of acceleration” includes either:
(A)
Proceeding from a stopped position at a rate of acceleration that constitutes an unreasonable risk that the operator could lose control of the vehicle;
(B)
While a motor vehicle is in motion, suddenly accelerating at a rate that could cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle; or
(C)
While the motor vehicle is not in motion and the operator causes any or all of the wheels to rotate in a manner that would cause the tires to spin that could cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle.
(b)
Exceptions.
If the operator is participating in a drag race or a contest of speed or acceleration to compete with time or another vehicle, it will be included under section 545.420 of the Transportation Code and not included in this section.
(Ordinance 04-10-2006B adopted 4/17/06; Ordinance adopting 2018 Code)