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Originally Posted by mtech8
TaMbALoLoNg! I feel for ya!
My wife just got a RLCT too! They want $446 or $510 w/traffic school.
My wife insists that the light turned red too fast. Does anyone know what the legal minimum length a light is required to stay yellow? I heard it depends on the posted speed limit too.
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There was a landmark case somewhat local to me about this... a RLC at Watt & Fair Oaks in Sacramento (look it up)
Unfortunately, it required someone with diligence to fight his ticket way up the 'chain'...
In summary, there is a minimum yellow- it must allow for reaction time plus safe stopping from the posted limit. State law is 3.0 seconds AT A MINIMUM. (at 25mph... goes to 4.3 at 45mph)
Interesting reading:
Home - Fighting Red Light Camera Tickets
6 Cities That Were Caught Shortening Yellow Light Times For Profit
Has your wife agreed to appear in court yet? I'd certainly spend some time learning your (her) rights.
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PS And hey, if you screw up the defense you can always promise to visit her!
