New speed gun with 2km range...

McJamweasel · BCF Junkie Joined: 22 Mar 2002 Karma :

Yes folks, thats right. Now they can get you and snap you (number plate and driver) from 2km away. The new gun (Pro Laser 3) is being introduced in Dorset.

I wonder if they catch old men who decide to swerve onto the other side of the road when I'm about to overtake as well? Or is that just too much to ask for? Neutral

Mattastic · Trackday Trickster Joined: 03 Aug 2003 Karma :

That's right Mr Blair, rape the motorists Evil or Very Mad

I heard that in South Yorkshire they are trialing a camera which detects if you are driving too close to the car in front!
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mr jamez · World Chat Champion Joined: 04 Aug 2003 Karma :

These already exist and have been around for a while I believe, so now you won't even see the copper with the gun, then a few weeks later you get a letter asking you for money. Sorry but I don't see how that is going to deter people from speeding?

And look at the mobile phone thread, people weaving all over the road, I see plenty of people using their phones when I am out and it is so annoying. But the police acutually have to go out to catch those people, so it's just less effort to fine people who speed Rolling Eyes

sv_cath · Could Be A Chat Bot Joined: 19 Apr 2004 Karma :

If this new camera takes a picture of the driver, does that mean we all have to wear open faced helmets coz identifying a rider from their eyes may be tricky!
Also, does it mean people are going to start wearing masks whilst driving - it's gonna be hilarious! Laughing

G · The Voice of Reason Joined: 02 Feb 2002 Karma :

The thing to do is to make sure you can turn off before you get to the speed camera... then they can't really do much unless they have a patrol car around.

Now... a gun that detected people using mobile phones in cars... that would be a good use of money Smile

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mazza · Nova Slayer Joined: 27 Apr 2004 Karma :

I wonder what would happen if everybody agreed to drive/ride at a speed well below the limit for a whole week? Twisted Evil

Just think of the lost revenue those guys would have to endure in the Police forces and Transport Depts. Very Happy

Just a thought.

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mazza · Nova Slayer Joined: 27 Apr 2004 Karma :

Would the accident rate really increase?

I'm just thinking of the gross loss of income these bodies would have to shoulder. In return, a bit of mild inconvenience. And if keeping within the speed limit creates serious problems...well.... that's another thread. Thumbs Up

Kickstart · The Oracle Joined: 04 Feb 2002 Karma :