Red light cameras are slowly being added in many communities around the Tampa Bay area. But the systems are not without controversy.
After several months of searching for studies and reports on the real-world effects of RLCs, and analyzing all of those studies and reports, analysis shows that RLCs lead to a significant increase in crashes and injuries. Because of this, many people believe that RLCs are not a good idea and should be deactivated in the Tampa Bay area. If safety is the true motivator behind the city’s use of red-light cameras, then maybe they should consider the much more effective alternatives. The map below
The map below, provided by MyFoxTampaBay, shows the locations of red light cameras.
For 10 years, thousands of Los Angeles residents were fined for rolling through right turns on red. The LA red-light camera program supervised 32 intersections and targeted a driving behavior that does not cause accidents.
On any given day, the average driver could be slapped with a US$450 fine for turning right without posing any risk to pedestrians or other drivers, and the program still lost money. Local authorities remained obstinate, until activist Jay Beeber decided to push back.
After years of civilized pestering through NGO Safer Streets L.A., filmmaker Beeber was able to convince the authorities that red-light cameras had to go. On June 7, 2011, as the weight of Beeber’s evidence grew, the Los Angeles Police Commission voted unanimously against the LAPD’s recommendation to maintain the operation. There would be no further contracts for the $15 million project.
If you are facing a red light camera ticket, a traffic ticket or a DUI, perhaps you should consult with Alexander Truluck.
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