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Originally Posted by Neil

Not without proof and sound measuring equipment no.



I find it hard to believe a standard fit system could be loud enough to cause a problem outside the car.



I agree with this point completely. What next a ticket for excess flatulence because the Police Officer thought it was too smelly?


Now if we are talking about very loud music in cars that is different. I do think it can effect you in a may that could make driving unsafe. You can't hear or feel the engine revs which can make setting off from a junction feel different for example.

If the Police are going to issue a ticket for excessive noise then there should be a legal measurable limit outside the vehicle. This should apply for all the vehicles noise like its exhaust for example.
This is what they do with tinted windows, they measure the light permissibility through the front side and windscreen and if below the legal limit you get a ticket and possible a prohibition to drive the vehicle.

I have a good sound level meter, I will carry that round with me, or better still lets get the environmental health people out with their noise meters.
Have you never stopped next to a car at trafic lights and had your car vibrate because of the noise from the vehicle next to you.
Why should I listen to another persons music, this is no different than a noisy neighbour who plays music loud.