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Old 06-11-09 | 07:40 AM
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mjw16
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We all know the law in this regard, we can't pretend that we don't. Regardless of the reason (s) for enforcement or the {presumed} ethical integrity of the officers or department, the law is the law. Simple as that. Even if 100 other cyclists or cars roll the sign that doesn't mean that I'm not legally responsible should I do the same thing, they can't reasonably be expected to pull everyone over, nor does it mean that I should be held harmless of breaking a law because others weren't ticketed. Also, this topic is emotionally charged since it was referring to a charity ride on behalf of a hideous disease, that won't hold water in a courtroom either. If cyclists want equal protection under traffic laws then, they must abide by those very laws. Bottom line: if you don't want a ticket, don't break the law.
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