06
Feb
2025
06
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.
4 min read
06
Feb
2025
License Plate Readers
License Plate Reader Bill Clears the VA House
Virginia lawmakers have taken a significant step towards regulating automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) with a new bill that has cleared the House. However, this legislation has sparked concerns among privacy advocates who fear it may inadvertently expand surveillance capabilities rather than limit them.
3 min read
05
Feb
2025
School Zone Cameras
Manatee County's School Zone Speed Limit Camera Policy Change
In response to significant public outcry regarding the enforcement of speed limit cameras in school zones, Manatee County commissioners have voted to restrict the operational hours of these cameras. This decision aims to address concerns from residents who received tickets during times when school zone signals were not active, highlighting the balance between public safety and fair enforcement practices.
3 min read
04
Feb
2025
School Zone Cameras
Fight to Ban School Zone Speed Cameras Begins in Georgia House
In a significant legislative move, Georgia State Representative Dale Washburn has introduced a bill aimed at banning automated school zone speed cameras across the state. With over half of the House co-signing the proposal, this initiative has ignited a contentious debate over traffic safety, governmental revenue, and the implications for law enforcement practices.
3 min read
03
Feb
2025
Police
Georgia State Patrol Dismisses Ticket After Dashcam Video Sparks Controversy in Warner Robins
A Georgia man received an apology from the Georgia State Patrol after a dashcam video showed he was wrongfully ticketed during a police operation. The incident highlights concerns about police conduct and the importance of documentation for drivers.
3 min read
03
Feb
2025
Police
Steve Lehto: 25-Foot "Buffer" Law Struck Down by Federal Judge
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the enforcement of Louisiana's 25-foot buffer law, which mandated that individuals must maintain a distance from police officers. The law faced criticism for potentially infringing on First Amendment rights and being overly vague, leading to concerns about arbitrary enforcement.
4 min read
02
Feb
2025
Red Light Cameras
Red Light Camera Lawsuit Heard in a Packed Courtroom
A recent lawsuit regarding red light cameras drew significant attention, filling the courtroom with concerned citizens and legal representatives. The case raises critical questions about the legality and effectiveness of automated traffic enforcement systems, with implications for public safety and municipal revenue.
3 min read
31
Jan
2025
License Plates
Steve Lehto: Cop Prosecuted After Running Woman's Plate So He Could Ask Her Out
A Neptune Township police officer faces criminal charges for illegally accessing personal information about a woman through law enforcement databases to ask her out, raising concerns about the misuse of police resources and ethical conduct.
3 min read