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2025
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Apr
2025
Speed Cameras
Steve Lehto: Ohio Bans Speed Cameras in Counties and Townships
Ohio has officially banned the use of speed enforcement cameras in counties and townships, a decision made as part of a larger transportation budget bill. While this ban aims to address concerns over public safety and financial motivations behind speed cameras, cities and villages retain the ability to use them, leading to ongoing debates about traffic enforcement practices.
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03
Apr
2025
Parking
Steve Lehto: Tire-Chalking 4th Amendment Lawsuit Settled by City
Ann Arbor, Michigan has settled a class action lawsuit regarding the unconstitutional practice of chalking car tires for parking enforcement, offering $1 to affected individuals after a federal ruling deemed it a violation of the Fourth Amendment.
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03
Apr
2025
License Plates
Steve Lehto: Texas to Get Rid of Temporary Paper Tags
Texas is set to replace temporary paper tags with metal plates due to rising criminal activity linked to the misuse of paper tags. This change, effective July 1, aims to enhance law enforcement's ability to track vehicles and improve efficiency for car dealers.
4 min read
26
Mar
2025
License Plate Readers
Stanwood's License Plate Cameras: A Mask for Expanding Surveillance
Under the guise of community safety, Stanwood's installation of 14 license plate cameras is rapidly transforming public spaces into zones of pervasive monitoring. Despite assurances that they only capture still images, critics argue that these devices represent a covert expansion of state surveillance, eroding privacy under the pretext of deterring crime.
4 min read
24
Mar
2025
School Zone Cameras
Palatka City Leaders Move Forward With School Zone Speed Cameras Proposal
The City of Palatka is advancing a proposal to implement automated speed cameras in designated school zones. This initiative, supported by the police department, aims to deter speeding in areas frequented by children, with civil violations issued for those exceeding the speed limit.
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