If You Get A Speeding Tick Read This

Gandalf Parker · #1 March 8th, 2007, 01:34 PM

We all know that those white signs with the numbers is NOT the fastest you can go. In reality, its the SLOWEST you can go without being honked at and finger waved.

I used to enjoy going 5 slower than the speed limit just because I supposed to be able to if I was in the mood. But I dont do that anymore because (A) Im too old and just come across as the grey-haired geezer stereotype and (B) because in California you can get a ticket for going slower than other traffic even if they are all going faster than the speed limit.

But I do still get a kick out of driving right AT the speed limit and daring anyone to say anything about it.

Gandalf Parker

Atrocities · #2 March 10th, 2007, 11:46 PM

The last ticket I got before this last one was back in 90. The officer used a stationary radar unit while he was moving. He said I was doing 50 in a 25. I beat the ticket because the officer didn't show up in court and I asked the judge why he was using a stationary Unit while being mobile and would that affect the reading? The judge dismissed it. Since then they have gone to lasers, rapid radar, and even photo radar/laser equipment.

mac5732 · #3 March 11th, 2007, 10:35 PM

most radars today have both stationary and moving modes, you can use both. However, some, when in stationary mode and while moving can pace your car if he's behind you, others can use moving mode and do the same thing. This is the same as the old time speed clocks that were used, they looked similiar to the old big Tacs we used to put on our cars when we were kids. So just because they area moving or behind you doesn't mean they can't catch you.. also there are radars out that hit in both directions. You can usually tell these as you can see a unit on the dash and another on the rear deck of the cruiser.

Glad you beat it, just be aware of the new Tech that is out there...