09
Jan
2025
The town of Kent has recently voted against the implementation of red light cameras, a decision that has sparked discussions regarding traffic safety and enforcement in the community. The ordinance, which aimed to authorize automated traffic enforcement devices, was rejected by a significant margin in a recent referendum.
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09
Jan
2025
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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09
Jan
2025
In a significant revenue-generating initiative, Manatee County, Florida, has collected nearly $600,000 in just three weeks from fines issued by newly installed school zone speed cameras. This program, which aims to enhance child safety, has sparked discussions about its financial implications and effectiveness in improving road safety.
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09
Jan
2025
Flock Safety, a surveillance technology company, has come under scrutiny after hiring Ulises Cabrera, the mayor of Moreno Valley, California, to promote its products. Following his termination, Cabrera filed a lawsuit against the company, alleging wrongful dismissal and unethical pressure to leverage his political position for corporate gain. This situation raises significant concerns regarding the intersection of private interests and public office.
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09
Jan
2025
Oklahoma State Representative Tom Gann has raised significant concerns about the proliferation of Flock cameras and automated license plate reading (ALPR) systems across the state. The debate centers on data privacy, legal limitations, and law enforcement effectiveness, highlighting the tension between public safety and surveillance concerns.
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09
Jan
2025
In an alleged effort to enhance student safety, Charlotte County has approved a pilot program that will equip select school buses with cameras to capture evidence of motorists who illegally pass stopped buses. This initiative aims to deter dangerous driving behaviors and is supported by a new Florida law that allows such measures.
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09
Jan
2025
Osceola County has initiated a new automated traffic enforcement program aimed at enhancing student safety and curbing speeding in school zones. The program involves the installation of speed cameras at 32 high-risk locations, which will begin issuing citations after a 30-day warning period.
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08
Jan
2025
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is asking cities to remove Flock cameras from state highways, citing legal limitations, while local law enforcement argues these cameras enhance public safety and help solve crimes.
3 min read
08
Jan
2025
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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