23
Apr
2025
Suffolk County, New York, is grappling with the potential repayment of up to $91 million due to controversial fees collected from its red-light camera program. This financial burden comes at a time when the county is already facing a projected budget deficit of $552 million by 2028, raising concerns about fiscal stability and future spending plans.
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23
Apr
2025
Ohio voters will have the opportunity to vote on a proposed constitutional amendment to ban qualified immunity for police and government employees, following a recent Supreme Court decision that allowed the measure to proceed despite objections from the Ohio Attorney General.
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21
Apr
2025
Tennessee has passed a new law requiring police to report instances where individuals are charged with DUI but later found to be sober. This legislation aims to track the prevalence of wrongful DUI charges and may lead to accountability for law enforcement practices.
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17
Apr
2025
Miami-Dade County drivers are expressing significant frustration over the school district's bus camera program, operated by BusPatrol. Allegations of unfair ticketing practices have emerged, with many motorists claiming they received fines for violations they did not commit. This situation raises questions about the program's effectiveness and fairness.
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17
Apr
2025
Miami-Dade County's controversial school bus camera ticketing program has been suspended by Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz due to significant errors in ticket issuance and a lack of appeal options for drivers. Initially launched in May, the program aimed to enhance student safety by penalizing drivers who illegally passed stopped school buses, but it has faced widespread criticism and scrutiny.
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17
Apr
2025
A peculiar case has emerged involving Beda Koorey, a 76-year-old woman from Long Island, New York, who has been receiving numerous traffic tickets linked to a license plate she no longer owns. The plate, NCC1701, associated with her late husband's love for "Star Trek," was destroyed in 2020, yet violations from across the country continue to arrive in her mailbox.
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16
Apr
2025
This blog post reveals the underlying reasons behind speeding tickets issued by police officers, emphasizing that many stops are not solely about speeding but often serve as a means to investigate further. It discusses the nuances of traffic stops, the role of discretion in law enforcement, and the potential for dismissing minor speeding tickets in court.
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16
Apr
2025
A Brighton woman was mistakenly charged $144 in EZ Pass fees due to a duplicate license plate issued to both her and a state police vehicle. The incident highlights issues with license plate management and the need for clearer identification for state vehicles.
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15
Apr
2025
The bribery trial of Illinois State Senator Emil Jones III is nearing its conclusion, with prosecutors expected to wrap up their case by presenting video-recorded interviews conducted with the FBI. This trial has drawn attention not only for the charges against Jones but also for its connections to former state senator Martin Sandoval, who has been implicated in corruption.
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