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Automated Speeding Cameras in Limbo Over Legality Concerns Amid Community Uproar

Mar

2025

Automated Speeding Cameras in Limbo Over Legality Concerns Amid Community Uproar

In Bexar County, Texas, the use of LIDAR cameras for speeding enforcement has been suspended due to rising legal concerns and community backlash. This decision follows an inquiry from the County's District Attorney, Joe Gonzales, who questioned the authority of local law enforcement to operate such technology. The situation highlights ongoing debates about the legality and effectiveness of automated traffic enforcement systems.

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Georgia Lawmakers Push to Ban Speed Cameras Near Schools

Mar

2025

School Zone Cameras

Georgia Lawmakers Push to Ban Speed Cameras Near Schools

Georgia lawmakers are currently debating the future of automated speed cameras deployed in school zones across the state. While proponents argue that these cameras enhance safety and compensate for limited police resources, opponents contend that they primarily serve as revenue-generating tools for local governments and camera companies. This contentious issue is set to be addressed in the Georgia General Assembly, where multiple bills have been proposed.

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The 50 New Chicago Speed Cameras Are All About Cash Not Safety

Mar

2025

Speed Cameras

The 50 New Chicago Speed Cameras Are All About Cash Not Safety

The recent decision by the city of Chicago to install 50 new speed cameras has sparked significant debate, with critics arguing that the initiative prioritizes revenue generation over public safety. This editorial from the Chicago Tribune contends that the cameras are primarily a financial strategy designed to help balance the city's budget rather than a genuine effort to enhance road safety.

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Detroit Police Wrongly Arrested Woman After Facial Recognition Tech Misidentified Her as Shooting Culprit

Mar

2025

Facial Recognition

Detroit Police Wrongly Arrested Woman After Facial Recognition Tech Misidentified Her as Shooting Culprit

In a troubling incident highlighting the potential dangers of facial recognition technology, LaDonna Crutchfield was wrongfully arrested by Detroit police after being misidentified as a shooting suspect. This incident raises critical questions about the reliability of facial recognition software and the consequences of its misuse in law enforcement.

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Driver Hit With $45 Charge for NYC Congestion Pricing -- Even Though Toll Is $9

Feb

2025

Congestion Pricing

Driver Hit With $45 Charge for NYC Congestion Pricing -- Even Though Toll Is $9

A recent incident involving a Upper East Side resident highlights the confusion surrounding New York City's congestion pricing system. Despite a standard toll of $9 for entering the congestion zone, Yen was charged $45, raising concerns about billing accuracy and transparency in the newly implemented system.

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Virginia's House of Delegates Speed Camera Bill

Feb

2025

Speed Cameras

Virginia's House of Delegates Speed Camera Bill

The Virginia House of Delegates has advanced a controversial bill that proposes the installation of speed cameras at every street corner across the state. This initiative, framed as a public safety measure, has sparked significant debate regarding privacy, surveillance, and the potential for government overreach.

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Speed Cameras Go Live Outside 10 Osceola County Schools

Feb

2025

School Zone Cameras

Speed Cameras Go Live Outside 10 Osceola County Schools

Osceola County has implemented speed cameras at 10 schools allegedly to improve safety in school zones. Initially, drivers will receive warnings, but fines will be enforced starting March 26. The initiative aims to reduce speeding and enhance student safety during school hours.

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The PA. Turnpike Now Has Open Road Tolling

Feb

2025

Tolls

The PA. Turnpike Now Has Open Road Tolling

The implementation of open road tolling (ORT) on the Pennsylvania Turnpike has transformed the way tolls are charged, leading to more frequent, smaller charges on drivers' bills. While this change aims to enhance efficiency, it has also coincided with a surge in scam texts regarding unpaid tolls, prompting officials to clarify the legitimacy of the new billing system.

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Steve Lehto: School Zone Ticket Cameras Are Out of Control in Georgia

Feb

2025

School Zone Cameras

Steve Lehto: School Zone Ticket Cameras Are Out of Control in Georgia

Automated ticket cameras in Georgia's school zones have sparked outrage among drivers due to wrongful citations issued outside of school hours, leading to over half a million dollars in refunds. The debate centers on whether these cameras prioritize safety or revenue generation, with calls for legislative action against them.

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