They are still going to send violations via mail. In the end this will probably generate more money for the city as the police no longer have to spend time pulling people over. Philly traffic court is a zoo so most people will just pay the fines rather then trying to fight anything.
"Dennis Jay Kenney, a professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, said the bill could have both a positive and a negative effect. The positive: "If you're tired of driving while Black, you're less likely to cooperate during these stops," Kenney told CNN. The downside would be that some of these infractions are illegal because they affect public safety. However, they are still illegal and drivers who break those rules will get a warning or a ticket by mail. Thomas has high hopes that both police and the public will feel safer. "This approach seeks to redirect police time and resources towards keeping Philadelphians safe while removing negative interactions that widen the divide and perpetuate mistrust," he said."
They are still going to send violations via mail. In the end this will probably generate more money for the city as the police no longer have to spend time pulling people over. Philly traffic court is a zoo so most people will just pay the fines rather then trying to fight anything.
"Dennis Jay Kenney, a professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, said the bill could have both a positive and a negative effect. The positive: "If you're tired of driving while Black, you're less likely to cooperate during these stops," Kenney told CNN. The downside would be that some of these infractions are illegal because they affect public safety. However, they are still illegal and drivers who break those rules will get a warning or a ticket by mail. Thomas has high hopes that both police and the public will feel safer. "This approach seeks to redirect police time and resources towards keeping Philadelphians safe while removing negative interactions that widen the divide and perpetuate mistrust," he said."
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