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> , I asked the cop to show me the reading This might not be as significant as you think. My understanding is that many models allow them to set that number di
by GrinningFool 3y ago
> , I asked the cop to show me the reading
This might not be as significant as you think. My understanding is that many models allow them to set that number directly. If I recall correctly, the source for this was "A Speeder's Guide to Avoiding Tickets", written by a former state trooper.
I don't know if it's factually accurate, but the advice in that book has generally been solid.
- dekhn 3y agoI don't know if that's accurate either. In any case, his reading corresponded the speed I was going (within the margin of error for a speedometer, which can be large), and it was calibrated, so I signed the citation and paid the fine. Again, if cops are actually going around setting values to get citations, there are larger systemic problems. Also, many vehicles have GPS and other datalogging showing actual speeds, so if the cop is faking the numbers, that's going to start showing up in court.