For the moment, let's set aside our biases for or against red light cameras and simply look at the facts of this case. Better yet, let's go to the tape of the violation. As you watch it, note that the vehicle in question is the second car on the tape, not the first.
The person interviewed said he came to a stop. The reporter used the term, "complete stop." When asked, the reporter said he had not viewed the video. You make the call.
When I hear concerns about unjust enforcement, I always encourage people to prepare a defense and take advantage of our system of due process in this great country. The beauty of the red light camera technology is that there is plenty of information available, if one simply takes the time to be informed.
Florida law requires a driver to come to a complete stop (the wheels must stop turning) before making a right turn on red. Let's be careful out there.
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We've updated our story to include your response, Chief. To be clear, the reporter simply repeated Mr. Gould's claim -- "He says he came to a complete stop before making the right turn."
Access to the video was key; thanks for posting it.
CBS12 News- Thank you for the comment. Appreciate that you are always responsive.
Looks like the car was behind the stop line when the light turned red and the car never stopped.
I might want to advise him to just pay the ticket.
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