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10/31/2006
Chicago Denies Due Process with Red Light Camera TicketsThe Department of Revenue in Chicago, Illinois denies motorists a fair hearing on red light camera charges.
Those innocent of the crime of red light running have almost no defense when contesting tickets before a "hearing officer" employed by the city of Chicago, Illinois. This system generated $18.9 million in revenue between January 1 and August 31. Out of the 210,964 citations issued, worth $90 each, only 0.5 percent of those cited have been found not guilty.
Chicago Police Officer Clyde Hudson is one of almost 10,000 who have fought a Chicago photo ticket this year. He argued that he ran a red ...
10/31/2006
UK: Flame Engulfs Speed CameraA speed camera is destroyed in Somerset, UK. Police deny any connection to other recent incidents.
10/30/2006
Swampscott, Massachusetts Selectmen Ignore Advice on CamerasSwampscott, Massachusetts selectmen continue to push red light cameras despite a report showing the devices inappropriate for the town.
10/30/2006
Australia: Speed Camera Alert Service to be BannedThe parliament in Queensland, Australia is prepared to ban cell phone alerts for mobile speed camera and roadblock locations.
10/29/2006
UK: Speed Camera Money Buys Plasma TVsA substantial amount of UK photo enforcement revenue is being used on spin and luxury items for camera operators.
