"notbob" > wrote in message
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> In CA, red-light runners are typically fined $250-400. The companies get
> about 50% of revenues. Any wonder they'll finance complete intersection
> make-overs. And yes, the yellow light times are fudged. Some states
> and/or municipalities are rightfully outraged and ban the whole idea.
> Others greedily embrace it.

That sounds like outright corruption. No way should a private enterprise be
allowed to profit from law enforcement. Those fines are a bit steep too. CT
is $60, RI is $30, but NYC can really hit you hard for multiple violations
$1000 for the third in 18 months
http://www.cga.ct.gov/2000/rpt/olr/htm/2000-r-0792.htm