Speed trap warning
Team Owner
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From: Eastern PA
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I still do it, but I think most haven't a clue. Just like flashing your lights at a truck to let him know he's clear, and can pull over, then for him to flash his christmas tree lights to say thanks. Most truckers today don't know wither.
Safety Car
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From: Ravensdale WA
I did not vote for oidiot and agree with them. Think about this. Before 1974 the speed limit was 70 most every where. Are you saying 75 on the freeway is unsafe? That is 15 to 20 over in many places. It was lowered by the liberal pub Nixon to save fuel. He was wrong to do it. If it was safe in 60s cars with bias tires and drum brkes it is more than safe in modern cars. The speed enforcement is just for revenue. If you can not see that you are not too bright. 
Le Mans Master
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From: Currently somewhere in IL,IN,KY,TN,MO,AR,MS,AL, or FL
I heard it on the radio. This came up on a quick search.
http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Latest-...ap-judge-rules
http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Latest-...ap-judge-rules
But, as Greg also discovered, we can't find anything that says it is illegal in Illinois statewide.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 2009
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From: Westmont Il.
Yes, that was the ruling in the Eastern District of Missouri Court (not even the 8th district yet). It has no bearing on law in Illinois. The Supreme Court would have to rule to set a precedent that Illinois can't fine you. Obamacare was ruled unconstitutional in Florida and the ruling was upheld on appeal meaning the whole law was invalidated both times. That didn't stop it, did it?
But, as Greg also discovered, we can't find anything that says it is illegal in Illinois statewide.
But, as Greg also discovered, we can't find anything that says it is illegal in Illinois statewide.
Either the WBBM radio report was erroneous or I misinterpreted it. Wouldn't be the first time. That said, I will not flash a warning while driving the vette as I don't need a citation for not running a front plate or some other chicken sh*t offense.
Burning Brakes
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From: Senoia Ga
I live in Illinois too.
I cannot find any State Law that prohibits flashing of headlights for speed traps?
Attachment 47766516
But the Smart phone app thing is over in Illinois too.
Motorists could still gab and drive if they use hands-free technology to conduct their conversations. Otherwise they’ll need to pull off the road to make a call or face fines starting at $75. The law takes effect Jan. 1
Cell Phones and Texting
Illinois is one of six states in which localities are allowed to ban cell phone use for all drivers.
All drivers of all ages are banned from texting and using a cell phone while driving. Only drivers over the age of 18 years old are permitted to use a hands-free device while operating a vehicle.
Attachment 47766517
Other Illinois Law –
Scott’s Law says that if the emergency lights or siren are activated, all drivers must attempt to slow down and change to a lane away from the emergency vehicle. If changing lanes is not possible because of heavy traffic, drivers must slow down.
They are serious here!
Attachment 47766518
I cannot find any State Law that prohibits flashing of headlights for speed traps?
Attachment 47766516
But the Smart phone app thing is over in Illinois too.
Motorists could still gab and drive if they use hands-free technology to conduct their conversations. Otherwise they’ll need to pull off the road to make a call or face fines starting at $75. The law takes effect Jan. 1
Cell Phones and Texting
Illinois is one of six states in which localities are allowed to ban cell phone use for all drivers.
All drivers of all ages are banned from texting and using a cell phone while driving. Only drivers over the age of 18 years old are permitted to use a hands-free device while operating a vehicle.
Attachment 47766517
Other Illinois Law –
Scott’s Law says that if the emergency lights or siren are activated, all drivers must attempt to slow down and change to a lane away from the emergency vehicle. If changing lanes is not possible because of heavy traffic, drivers must slow down.
They are serious here!
Attachment 47766518
Le Mans Master
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From: corpus christi Texas
In Illinois they use to fly a small plane above a major highway, small Cessna or something like it, they had large white lines paint on the highway for timing, and measured it somehow in the plane, if you were speeding they would radio ahead to an unmarked car and give him the info, he would pull you over and give you the ticket. This was a long time ago, not sure if they do it any more?
Every time the economy gets bad, it seems everyone is out to make money, and they can get very creative! The drone thing will start happening soon?
This is a cute picture - now an Attack Helicopter is a little over the line!
But it sure would get my attention!
LS3 verses Attack Helicopter? Not sure what the top speed is?
Should win the 0 to 60!
Attachment 47766818
Every time the economy gets bad, it seems everyone is out to make money, and they can get very creative! The drone thing will start happening soon?
This is a cute picture - now an Attack Helicopter is a little over the line!
But it sure would get my attention!
LS3 verses Attack Helicopter? Not sure what the top speed is?
Should win the 0 to 60!
Attachment 47766818
Race Director
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: Norman Oklahoma - The Only State in the Union with no Blue Counties!
A federal judge in Missouri ruled this week held that drivers have a First Amendment right to flash their headlights to warn other motorists of nearby police and speed traps.
http://tinyurl.com/ks6mhtz
http://tinyurl.com/ks6mhtz
Now I will ALWAYS do it. With my V1 detector I always know way ahead of time anyway,,,,,unless I am running alone. No detector can help you if you are running all by yourself. Longest distance warning by my V1,,,,,7 plus miles.
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From: Frederick, MD
I don't worry about it unless it is a Vette owner. Then I can say I was just "waving". In Utah we can legally do 80 now anyway. Anything much above that is unsafe especially when you realize how lack of driving skills a lot of Americans have and/or their car really isn't built to go more than 80. They should slow big trucks down to around 65 though and keep them in the right lane.
Le Mans Master
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From: corpus christi Texas
I don't worry about it unless it is a Vette owner. Then I can say I was just "waving". In Utah we can legally do 80 now anyway. Anything much above that is unsafe especially when you realize how lack of driving skills a lot of Americans have and/or their car really isn't built to go more than 80. They should slow big trucks down to around 65 though and keep them in the right lane.
Melting Slicks
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From: Frankfort,IL
Burning Brakes
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From: Kansas
St. Jude Donor '07
they paint two big white lines across the highway and then time you in between them. Sneaky little revenue generators!!
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I never do/did it. But I will flash for danger ahead - like stopped traffic around a blind curve or debris in the road. In the last 20 years I haven't been stopped for speeding. I just set the cruise at limit + 9 and I never get bothered. No reason to go faster than that on a public highway. I laugh when I see all the idiots jack their brakes when they see the cop as I just move to the left and pass them by. It's much easier to just set it and forget it.
Team Owner
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From: Southern Utah
I never do/did it. But I will flash for danger ahead - like stopped traffic around a blind curve or debris in the road. In the last 20 years I haven't been stopped for speeding. I just set the cruise at limit + 9 and I never get bothered. No reason to go faster than that on a public highway. I laugh when I see all the idiots jack their brakes when they see the cop as I just move to the left and pass them by. It's much easier to just set it and forget it.
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Safety Car
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From: FW/d Texas
