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> Think about that as you drive by a speed trap, that the police and city undoubtedly portray as a safety operation, but where the cops hide themselves because
by hluska 12y ago
> Think about that as you drive by a speed trap, that the police and city undoubtedly portray as a safety operation, but where the cops hide themselves because they're not trying to discourage speeding, they're trying to collect taxes.
This is an interesting point that I have never considered before. I've often thought that police officers hide themselves as a deterrent - if a hidden police officer can ticket you at any moment, it is a good reason to keep your speeding under control. Interesting analysis though and I will have to think more about my own views. Thanks for your comment!
- a3n 12y agoHiding vs open: think about what happens when you drive by a manned speed trap and you don't see it: nothing. You don't slow down (assuming you're going somewhat above the limit, as almost everyone does), and some people get tickets. Mission accomplished (taxes). Now think about what happens when you drive by one of those radar trailers that tell you your speed as you approach: most people slow down. Mission accomplished (safety). If they wanted you to slow down, they'd be visible. They're tax collectors with a gun.