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Dec 20

Denver must prove red-light cameras improve safety

Cities that install red-light cameras like to claim they’re doing it “for safety”. But while you hear lots about the money, you almost never see any real safety statistics. Now Denver’s Auditor’s Office has ruled the city must prove red-light … Read More

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Nov 29

Rochester’s red-light cameras result in 27,000 tickets in first year

The various red light cameras the city has installed resulted in 27,000 tickets in their first year. But it’s not clear from the article whether or not accidents have decreased (the supposed reason for the cameras in the first place) … Read More

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Jun 10

LA may remove their red light cameras

Evan as Rochester installs more red light cameras, Los Angeles is considering removing theirs due to a lack of convincing data that they increase safety or make enough revenue to pay for themselves as supporters claim. I’m all for safety, … Read More

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