Open Topic: New Photo Radar Legislation

"The Liberal government intends to introduce legislation that would give municipalities the power to introduce photo radar technology in school and community safety zones, which takes pictures of the licence plates of speeding cars. (Michel Aspirot/CBC)"

Kathleen Wynne announces a new photo radar legislation for Ontario. This is certainly a great idea because it would definitely deter speeders and cut some slack for police officers. These new photo radars are specifically said to be placed in school zones and in areas around places like daycares, parks, seniors' homes and hospitals. Parents and kids would feel safer because of these decisions. If this legislation passes, municipalities would be allowed  to use automated speed technology to take photos of speeders' licence plates. In my opinion, I strongly believe this is a great idea because it protects the fears of most parents. Parents most definitely want their kids to
be in a safe environment. Kids often walk/run across streets without being very observant. These photo radars would certainly make a statement by reducing any careless drivers. Kathleen Wynne also announced that the default speed limit would be reduced to 30km/h around these places. This would change driver behaviour and cause them to be more attentive. If this legislation is successful, it would definitely startle nearby residents and drivers.


Source: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/photo-radar-kathleen-wynne-1.3841356