Survey: Most States Allow 5-10 mph Speeding Cushion for Motorists
By KEN THOMAS
Associated Press Writer
WASHINGTON- Authorities patrolling U.S. highways tend to give motorists a cushion of up to 10 miles per hour above the speed limit before pulling them over, says a survey by a group of state...
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WHEATLEY, AR—Although reckless driving and minor driver impairment were cited as additional factors, police investigators ruled pure, unadulterated stupidity as the primary cause in the death of an unlicensed motorist involved in a single-car accident Sunday.
"We're fairly positive the...
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Portland Press Herald (Maine)
May 13, 2005 Friday, FINAL Edition
EDITORIAL; Pg. A10
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Don't make responders liable for civil suits;
Instead of suing emergency workers, require that governments...