Baltimore City Council approved new legislation meant to curb street racing and stunt driving clubs on Monday night. The new ordinance would enable police to fine violators up to $1,000 in addition to 12 months in jail as a misdemeanor charge. Anyone participating in the drag racing, including pedestrians and spectators, could be fined and face jail time.

There have already been several events where street racers and stunt drivers shut down city intersections this year.

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