07
Feb
2025
The new school bus camera program in Florida has caught tens of thousands of drivers violating stop signs, but many drivers feel unfairly ticketed and lack a proper process to contest their citations, raising questions about the program's fairness and its focus on revenue generation.
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07
Feb
2025
A 29-year-old police officer from the Orange City Police Department in Florida, was arrested for allegedly using law enforcement databases to stalk a woman he was dating. His actions, which included tracking her movements via license plate readers, have raised significant concerns about the misuse of police technology and the ethical responsibilities of law enforcement personnel.
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05
Feb
2025
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.
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27
Jan
2025
A resident of Southwest Miami-Dade, Joe Yap, is contesting a traffic citation he received for allegedly passing a stopped school bus. Yap asserts his innocence, claiming he did not violate any traffic laws. This case raises questions about traffic enforcement and the implications for drivers accused of infractions without clear evidence.
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26
Jan
2025
A report by The Tributary has raised ethical concerns regarding Florida State Representative Vicki Lopez's support of school bus camera legislation, particularly given her son's employment with BusPatrol, a company that could potentially benefit from such laws.
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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
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
Pensacola has activated its red light cameras as part of a traffic safety initiative, with Mayor D.C. Reeves reporting a "staggering" number of violations within the first few days. The city is preparing to release comprehensive data on these violations, which will have financial implications for both the city and violators once the grace period ends on February 1.
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