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MisdemeanorCalifornia · Vehicle Code § 23109

Speed Contest / Street Racing

Racing another car on the street.

Less serious. Up to 1 year in county jail.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

  1. 1You drove in a speed contest
  2. 2On a highway or street

Possible punishment

Up to 90 days jail and/or $355–$1,000 fine.