Hidden Speed Traps

Florida is facing a class-action lawsuit from drivers who have been ticketed for attempting to warn other motorists of hidden speed traps. One person was recently cited for just that, despite the fact that there is no law against using one's headlights to communicate with other drivers. The officer who ticketed this person used Florida State Statute 316.2397, even though the courts ruled that the police were wrongfully applying the law to crack down on vehicle-to-vehicle communication in 2005. He wants his $100 ticket refunded and $15,000 in damages.
Since 2005, over 10,429 drivers have been cited for flashing their high beams, and if he wins his case, Florida could be facing over $1 million in ticket refunds.

Posted by Stigza at 9/15/2011 7:53 AM
Categories: Stigza Auto News
Tags: Florida Drivers Florida Hidden Speed Traps Flashing Headlites Auto news
 

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