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8/8/2005
Australia: Inaccurate Speed Cameras WithdrawnOver 180 speed cameras have been withdrawn over concerns they pick up false readings.
Police in Queensland, Australia have withdrawn 180 car-mounted mobile speed cameras over concerns that they are "too sensitive." The devices have been picking up speed readings even when no vehicles are visible to the operator. A trial last week in Victoria uncovered evidence that the devices are routinely used in such a way that nearby metal objects can reflect the beams causing reflections and erroneous readings.
The Queensland state government has increased t ...
8/7/2005
Study: Speed Cameras Do Nothing in Freeway Construction ZonesUK government-sponsored study shows speed cameras have no effect in construction zone.
8/7/2005
New Jersey: Doubled Fines on Freeways Increase AccidentsNew Jersey's Safe Corridor program that doubles fines on problem freeways has not reduced accidents.
8/7/2005
Somerville, New Jersey: Speed Bump DestroyedResidents in Somerville, New Jersey are voting with crowbars regarding speed bumps.
8/6/2005
New Orleans Creates Ex Post Facto Parking MetersNew Orleans, Louisiana City Council declares unlawfully issued parking tickets legal.
