most often, yes, it is just to raise revenue. but it also creates an opportunity to sidestep some of the protections that a driver should enjoy. technically, a

most often, yes, it is just to raise revenue. but it also creates an opportunity to sidestep some of the protections that a driver should enjoy. technically, a police officer cannot pull you over without cause, but unreasonable traffic laws essentially create a cause to pull anyone over. I don't disagree with GP, just pointing out that it's a bit more sinister than just writing tickets. many situations where police abuse their power and/or use excessive force begin with a legal traffic stop.