Pennsylvania

Are Speed Cameras an Enforcement-for-Profit Racket?

The article explores the controversial use of speed cameras in Pennsylvania, questioning whether these devices serve public safety or primarily generate revenue for local governments. It argues that the majority of speed limits in the state are set significantly below what is deemed safe, turning drivers into unwitting offenders.

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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: One State's AI-Issue Bus Passing Tickets Don't Hold Up in Court

A recent investigation reveals that the majority of contested school bus camera tickets in Pennsylvania are dismissed in court, raising questions about the effectiveness and fairness of automated ticketing systems that generate significant revenue for companies and school districts.

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New Report Suggests Majority of Contested School Bus Camera Tickets Are Thrown Out by Judges

A recent investigation by 11 Investigates has revealed troubling insights into a school bus camera ticketing program that utilizes artificial intelligence to catch drivers who allegedly pass stopped school buses. The findings indicate that a significant majority of contested tickets are dismissed by judges, raising concerns about the program’s fairness and financial motivations.

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Allentown's Pursuit of Red-Light Cameras to Address Crashes Is Misguided

Allentown wants to pursue anti-driving measures like red-light cameras and municipal radar following a crash in which a pedestrian was killed near Dieruff High School. Both of these are currently illegal under state law.

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Repeal Act 38 of 2020: Modified Stop-Arm Camera Law Is Unjust

In the state legislature, Act 38 of 2020 sadly became law, and should be repealed. This law modified the stop-arm camera law for illegally passing school buses. It assumes a vehicle's owner was driving, and takes away all the person's rights. Will also allow multiple entities to reap profits, based upon the number of tickets, which will act as an incentive to make sure the tickets keep flowing.

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Steve Lehto: PA Police Can Pull You Over for Having a License Plate Frame

Appeals court says it's because of how the law is written.

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Camera Data Is Kept Secret by Pennsylvania Law

Any claims by the camera promoters that the Boulevard is safer are highly questionable. If they want to end the speeding, all they have to do is synchronize the traffic lights to 45 mph and like magic, the speeding would end.

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Thoughts on Philadelphia "Claim" of Scameras.

Another day another claim speed scameras “reduced” crashes.