[bimboeruption]

I live in Ohio and warn drivers by flashing my lights.
I appreciate it when other drivers give me the same warning.
There are too many State Troopers in this state, IMO.

[yldstrk]

My daughter jumped on me for flashing my lights at a nerd who had his headlights off—she said it was a gang signal

[fhayek]

Let me start off by saying that I of course support the police....but

Where I live we have police jurisdiction upon police jurisdiction. Village police, town police, sheriff, state police...each with a full contingent of officers. You cannot drive a mile without seeing at least one, and usually several police officers. Now, I know we need police to stop crime, maintain safety, but it seems as if there primary role is revenue enhancement. Look, the police union asks for a raise, the town says there is no money, the police union strokes its chin and says, if its money you need.....
Anyway, you get a speeding ticket, you go to court, they tell you pay the fine now and you can plea down to a lesser offense (like a parking ticket), but if you fight it you will lose and you will pay a higher fine plus get points on your license. Its a money making operation, plain and simple. Headlight flashing cuts into profits.

[Buckeye McFrog]

There are too many State Troopers in this state, IMO.

In Ohio? Danged straight! Particularly when their only jurisdiction is traffic enforcement on state highways.

At least here in PA the State Police have general police duties in patrolling rural areas.

[KarlInOhio]

My uncle got pulled over for doing that once. They didn't accuse him of breaking any law, but they just happened to decide that he needed a "random" safety inspection right there and then. When they got to checking the headlights the trooper said "Funny, they don't seem to be blinking now".

Don't get between a cop and a donut and don't interfere with a speed trap.