NYC burns on

**Hausse** · September 26th, 2008, 12:31 PM

So it is considered a felony now? Does anybody have the wording of the law? It seems rather pointless to discuss it without knowing the context.

***mknutson*** · September 26th, 2008, 12:56 PM

Originally Posted by Hausse

So it is considered a felony now? Does anybody have the wording of the law? It seems rather pointless to discuss it without knowing the context.

There has NEVER been a law in the US against "BASE Jumping". The closest thing there EVER was is "Aerial Delivery" in the National Parks. However that does not really fit (different thread of discussion). But, there is the possibility of Trespassing, and/or Reckless endangerment that can be assessed. Those are NOT BASE Jumping specific. But the proposal is to add a law specifically against BASE.

Now, is reckless endangerment a felony? I know trespassing is NOT.

My first thought would be the same as tresspassing, but with a $30MIL suit on the books, I would assume they would make sure they NEVER get into this situation again.

**space** · September 26th, 2008, 03:35 PM

Reunion Tower in Dallas may be an exception.
Take care,
space

**Vertical Bert** · September 26th, 2008, 03:51 PM

Please drop this frivolous suit, Jeb.

I've watched your vids and you seem like an O.K. guy. However, not only will you be ranked with all those who file such suits (i.e., the lady who sued McDonald's because she spilled coffee on her own lap), you'll also be taking the BASE community down, as I'm just getting started with my career in this sport. You might have the luxury of going off to these far flung places to jump. A good lot of us however don't.

**stitch** · September 26th, 2008, 03:57 PM

There may still be a way this can be used for a certain advantage. Think "Prank call".

***mknutson*** · September 26th, 2008, 04:03 PM

Originally Posted by Vertical Bert

Please drop this frivolous suit, Jeb.

I've watched your vids and you seem like an O.K. guy. However, not only will you be ranked with all those who file such suits (i.e., the lady who sued McDonald's because she spilled coffee on her own lap), you'll also be taking the BASE community down, as I'm just getting started with my career in this sport. You might have the luxury of going off to these far flung places to jump. A good lot of us however don't.

You will just have to go to another Country then... To many people are only out for themselves in this one.

**Hausse** · September 26th, 2008, 05:56 PM

Originally Posted by mknutson

There has NEVER been a law in the US against "BASE Jumping". The closest thing there EVER was is "Aerial Delivery" in the National Parks. However that does not really fit (different thread of discussion). But, there is the possibility of Trespassing, and/or Reckless endangerment that can be assessed. Those are NOT BASE Jumping specific. But the proposal is to add a law specifically against BASE.

Now, is reckless endangerment a felony? I know trespassing is NOT.

My first thought would be the same as tresspassing, but with a $30MIL suit on the books, I would assume they would make sure they NEVER get into this situation again.

I am aware of that. I was talking about the new law in NYC.

***mknutson*** · September 26th, 2008, 06:11 PM

Originally Posted by Hausse

I am aware of that. I was talking about the new law in NYC.

I do not think it has passed yet, but rather this is a reactive move to the lawsuit.

**badenhop** · September 26th, 2008, 06:52 PM

Originally Posted by mknutson

There has NEVER been a law in the US against "BASE Jumping".

You might want to check your facts.
I know of at least one existing BASE specific prohibition, not in NPS.

***mknutson*** · September 26th, 2008, 07:20 PM

Originally Posted by badenhop

You might want to check your facts.
I know of at least one existing BASE specific prohibition, not in NPS.

Please tell.

**badenhop** · September 26th, 2008, 07:24 PM

Placer County Code 12.04.200 (A)

***mknutson*** · September 26th, 2008, 09:41 PM

12.04.200 Use of county bridges for recreational flight prohibited.

A. It is unlawful for any person to use, enter, walk upon, or jump from any county bridge for the purpose of recreational flight accomplished with the use of parachutes, parasails, hang gliders, bungee jumpers, ultra-lite airplanes, balloons, or other contrivances.

B. The county executive officer or his/her designee may permit any of the recreational activities prohibited in subsection A of this section for the purpose of commercial filming of such activity. Any such permit shall be in the manner and form required by the executive officer and may be reasonably conditioned by the executive officer including but not limited to: a fee, a traffic control plan, hours of operation, location of operation, days of operation, weather conditions during operation, demonstration of experience and expertise in the activity and insurance. (Prior code § 16.96)

**airdog07** · September 28th, 2008, 04:51 AM

Is it just miami or the florida where trespassing on construction site is felony ?
so another law going to stop people from base jumping I don't thank so,
and only a very few well ever try to jump a ESB, for rest of us dos it mater, look at vegas $1,000 fine and confiscation of rig, or Yosemite that is felony also, oh yea I forgot nobody jump yosemite or Vegas

***mknutson*** · September 28th, 2008, 05:07 AM

Originally Posted by airdog07

Is it just Miami or the Florida where trespassing on construction site is felony ?
so another law going to stop people from base jumping I don't thank so,
and only a very few well ever try to jump a ESB, for rest of us dos it mater, look at vegas $1,000 fine and confiscation of rig, or Yosemite that is felony also, oh yea I forgot nobody jump Yosemite or Vegas

Yosemite is a class B misdemeanor.