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To: Navy Patriot

Red light or speed cameras become cash grabs, because the fines were set when most offenders didn’t get caught. Deterrence is based on the fine times the probability of getting caught. If you have only a (say) 5% probability of getting caught, a large fine is needed for deterrence. If you have a near 100% chance of getting caught, a much smaller fine should be a sufficient deterrent. When cameras are used, fines should be reduced.


8 posted on 09/22/2014 2:52:55 PM PDT by USFRIENDINVICTORIA
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To: USFRIENDINVICTORIA
When cameras are used, fines should be reduced.

When cameras are used, government should be reduced, until it is gone, if necessary.

9 posted on 09/22/2014 2:55:45 PM PDT by Navy Patriot (America, a Rule of Mob nation)
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When cameras are used, fines should be reduced. <<

Just wondering.....When you go down a slippery slope...Do you ever catch yourself calling for thicker grease to slow your speed?


34 posted on 09/22/2014 6:22:29 PM PDT by M-cubed
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