Tupelo Traffic Cameras Go Live on Aug. 1

May 29, 2007

  • May 30, 2007 at 1:17 am
    Michael Rice says:
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    This is a scam. If the municipalities who opt for this type of \”enforcement\” were really interested in saving lives and eliminating red-light-runners, instead of lining their municipal pockets, they would institute a study to time their red lights so that a steady, uninterrupted stream of traffic flow at a safe speed would result. Instead, they prefer the chaotic embedded magnetic light controls that create a hazard when people try to beat red lights. These placed are putting revenue ahead of public safety.

  • May 31, 2007 at 8:19 am
    Mark says:
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    Do you actually drive anywhere? A smooth flow of traffic doesn\’t prevent red light runners. The lights have to turn red at some point and someone will run \’em. So what if the city collects more money on this. If a traffic cop was posted at every light, they would collect more money wouldn\’t they? What\’s the difference. Unfortunately, there aren\’t enough cops in any any city for traffic duty (ask one) and the majority of their time is spent with dealing with domestice disputes (you know, the kind where they\’ve been called out to the same trailer for the 4th Friday night in a row) and petty crimes. The fact is, not as many people dying from this stuff as traffic accidents.

  • May 31, 2007 at 11:54 am
    michael says:
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    Have you ever driven in a city where the lights are correctly timed? It works like a charm. You might have to stop for one red light, but then you can drive from one end of town to the other, usually at a little less than the posted speed limit, without having to stop for another. It eases stress on drivers, it makes a safer environment for pedestrians, and the drive time to work is usually shorter. What it does not do is generate income for the city.

    Also, aren\’t you even a little concerned about your due process rights? Some courts have tossed out due process in favor of allowing cities to generate income in this way (Scottsdale, AZ is the perfect example). Legally, you have a right to confront your accuser, but in the case of a photo radar camera, whom will you confront? You get a copy of your photo and a demand that you send money or appear for a court hearing at which you will likely pay more money than if you simply sent in a check. The best advice I can give folks who have received a photo radar ticket, either for speeding or for running a red light, is to ignore it and then plan on ducking service of process for six weeks or so. This isn\’t justice. This is a kangaroo court.



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