RLC got my 70

[TaMbALoLoNg]

Originally Posted by X5 Meister

Where did it happen man?

San Diego, I took traffic school (the most boring class I've ever sat in) so no points were charged to my record. the thing is the fine is more when you go to traffic school. no video of the incident but they sure got my mug inside driving the X . Expensive lesson learned

[ard]

Originally Posted by TaMbALoLoNg

San Diego, I took traffic school (the most boring class I've ever sat in) so no points were charged to my record. the thing is the fine is more when you go to traffic school. no video of the incident but they sure got my mug inside driving the X . Expensive lesson learned

You actually went to a physical class?!?!?

Years ago I did ON LINE traffic school- the entire thing- watching TV in a hour or two.

Only way to go (if permitted by the court, of course...)

[TaMbALoLoNg]

Originally Posted by ard

You actually went to a physical class?!?!?

Years ago I did ON LINE traffic school- the entire thing- watching TV in a hour or two.

Only way to go (if permitted by the court, of course...)

Yup, online was also available but you still have to provide the court proof of identity. I just consider it my contribution to Californias deficit

[wallyx5]

Spray some photo blocker on your plates.

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[X5 Meister]

Everything I've ever read says this stuff is bullshit.

Originally Posted by wallyx5

Spray some photo blocker on your plates.

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[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.

I figure the only way, we'd fight it is to get (video) prooft that shows that the city either purposely shortened the yellow light to a illegal limit (or maybe the light is just not functionally properly). Otherwise, looks like we'll have to pay for it.

[Epacy]

Originally Posted by X5 Meister

Everything I've ever read says this stuff is bullshit.

I tried this about five years ago. Didn't work.

[Penguin]

Originally Posted by mtech8

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.

Depends on the State and city. Apparentl Federal Guidelines say between 3-6 seconds, but nobody really has to follow those guidelines.

Here's an article from Chicago you might find interesting/helpful:


Yellow lights in city shorter than in suburbs - chicagotribune.com

Here is another interesting link; however, the times they recommend have no legal status, but do seem to match Federal guidelines, but additional speed information:

Yellow Light Time Standards | Stop Short Yellow Lights

[ard]

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.

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.

A

PS And hey, if you screw up the defense you can always promise to visit her!

[RedRockin]

Some AZ articles:
Arizona Group Forces Red Light Ticket Refund | The Truth About Cars

Another City Caught Lowering Yellow Light Times To Catch More Red Light Runners | Techdirt

Uno mas - WSJ "The WAR on Short Yellows": http://online.wsj.com/article/SB123975737976619187.html