Speed Cameras

NYS DOT Commissioner Addresses Concerns Over 25,000 Work Zone Speeding Tickets Issued in Rochester

Feb

2025

NYS DOT Commissioner Addresses Concerns Over 25,000 Work Zone Speeding Tickets Issued in Rochester

The New York State Department of Transportation (DOT) has issued over 25,000 speeding tickets in Rochester within a 24-day period, primarily through automated photo radar enforcement in work zones. This surge has raised concerns from drivers and local officials, particularly regarding the adequacy of posted speed limit signs. DOT Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez defended the program, emphasizing its role in protecting construction workers and improving safety.

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Small Connecticut Town's Residents 'Very Divided' Over New Speed Cameras

Feb

2025

Speed Cameras

Small Connecticut Town's Residents 'Very Divided' Over New Speed Cameras

The small town of Washington, Connecticut, is at the forefront of a heated debate over the implementation of automated speed cameras, marking the state's first foray into such traffic enforcement without human police involvement. While many residents welcome the initiative as a necessary measure to combat rampant speeding on narrow, winding roads, others express significant concerns regarding privacy and government surveillance.

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VA House Targets Speed Camera "Cash Grab"

Feb

2025

Speed Cameras

VA House Targets Speed Camera "Cash Grab"

Virginia lawmakers are addressing concerns surrounding the financial implications of speed camera operations, with a new bill aiming to enhance transparency and accountability. As millions of dollars flow from speed camera fines, the proposed legislation seeks to ensure that the primary goal remains public safety rather than profit.

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Discrepancies in Photos and Late Notices Lead to Dismissals of DOT Speeding Tickets

Jan

2025

Speed Cameras

Discrepancies in Photos and Late Notices Lead to Dismissals of DOT Speeding Tickets

In a recent investigation by News10NBC, discrepancies in photographic evidence and late notification of speeding tickets have led to the dismissal of numerous Department of Transportation (DOT) speeding tickets issued to drivers on I-490 in Rochester, New York. The investigation highlights concerns over the enforcement of speed limits in work zones and the accuracy of the ticketing process.

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Jan

2025

Speed Cameras

Speed Camera Study

As another "study" comes out claiming the snake oil of speed scameras. Note to be wary of "study's" that don't make a apples to apples comparison like take into account.

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Iowa Lawmaker Proposing Additional Traffic Camera Regulations

Jan

2025

Speed Cameras

Iowa Lawmaker Proposing Additional Traffic Camera Regulations

Iowa lawmaker Rep. Henry Stone is advocating for new regulations on traffic cameras, aiming to keep the revenue from fines within the state. This proposal comes after the state has seen an increase in cities contracting with out-of-state companies to manage their traffic enforcement programs, raising concerns over local tax dollars being funneled elsewhere.

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"Staten Island Beautification Squad" Blocks Dozens of Speed Cameras Using Fake Flowers

Jan

2025

Speed Cameras

"Staten Island Beautification Squad" Blocks Dozens of Speed Cameras Using Fake Flowers

In a unique act of protest, the "Staten Island Beautification Squad" has taken to blocking numerous speed cameras across Staten Island with fake flowers. This unconventional tactic aims to highlight concerns about the proliferation of speed cameras and their perceived impact on local drivers.

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Speed Cameras Are Government Tools to Make Money. Keep Them Out of Indiana.

Jan

2025

Speed Cameras

Speed Cameras Are Government Tools to Make Money. Keep Them Out of Indiana.

In a recent opinion piece, Evan McMahon, chairman of the Libertarian Party of Indiana, argues against the implementation of speed cameras in Indiana, particularly in work zones. He contends that these cameras prioritize revenue generation over genuine traffic safety, raising concerns about privacy, constitutional rights, and the potential for abuse by government entities.

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Traffic Cameras Alone Will Not Remove Dangers of Poor Road Design

Jan

2025

Red Light Cameras

Traffic Cameras Alone Will Not Remove Dangers of Poor Road Design

The article critiques the reliance on traffic cameras as a solution to road safety issues, arguing that they merely address symptoms rather than the root causes of dangerous road designs. It emphasizes that without improving infrastructure, traffic cameras alone cannot ensure safety.

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