Dealing with Problem Riders

Changes allow more TriMet staff to remove problem riders; intimidation and excessive noise now prohibited

TriMet's Board of Directors recently approved changes to the TriMet Code regulating conduct on the transit system, providing more tools to deal with problem riders. The changes will take effect May 23, 2008.

Interdiction Command

TriMet's Interdiction Command has recently been expanded, where rowdy and obnoxious riders can be immediately removed from the transit system for up to six hours. The TriMet Code change allows more agency personnel to use this tool, including fare inspectors and field supervisors.

Harassment and intimidation

TriMet is adding intimidation as behavior restricted on the system, which includes violent, threatening or disruptive behavior or conduct intended and likely to provoke a violent response.

Excessive noise

TriMet is also adding boisterous and unreasonably loud conduct as behavior that is restricted on the system.