Don't get ticketed in California...Driving fines expensive!
06-29-2007, 10:17 AM
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I just got this e-mail forwarded from my g/f in regards to how much certain driving infractions will cost in Cali, effective 7/1/07 :
To: All Combat Systems Personnel; Ot02
Subject: FW:
California - New Driving Fines - Effective 7/1/07
Importance: High
New California Laws effective 7/1/07
New Driving Fines for 2007
1. Carpool lane - 1st time $1068.50 starting 7/1/07 (The $271 posted on the highway is old). Don't do it agai because 2nd time is going to be double. 3rd time triple, and 4th time license suspended.
2. Incorrect lane change - $380. Don't cross the lane on solid lines or intersections.
3. Block intersection - $485
4. Driving on the shoulder - $450
5. As of 07/01/07 cell phone use must be "hands free" while driving. Ticket is $285. They will be looking for this like crazy - easy money for police department.
6. Cell phone use in the construction zone. - Double fine as of 07/01/07. Again, cell phone use must be "hands free" while driving.
7. Passengers over 18 not in their seatbelts - both passengers and drivers get tickets .
8. Speeders can only drive 3 miles above the limit.
9. DUI = JAIL (Stays on your driving record for 10 years!
To: All Combat Systems Personnel; Ot02
Subject: FW:
California - New Driving Fines - Effective 7/1/07
Importance: High
New California Laws effective 7/1/07
New Driving Fines for 2007
1. Carpool lane - 1st time $1068.50 starting 7/1/07 (The $271 posted on the highway is old). Don't do it agai because 2nd time is going to be double. 3rd time triple, and 4th time license suspended.
2. Incorrect lane change - $380. Don't cross the lane on solid lines or intersections.
3. Block intersection - $485
4. Driving on the shoulder - $450
5. As of 07/01/07 cell phone use must be "hands free" while driving. Ticket is $285. They will be looking for this like crazy - easy money for police department.
6. Cell phone use in the construction zone. - Double fine as of 07/01/07. Again, cell phone use must be "hands free" while driving.
7. Passengers over 18 not in their seatbelts - both passengers and drivers get tickets .
8. Speeders can only drive 3 miles above the limit.
9. DUI = JAIL (Stays on your driving record for 10 years!
06-29-2007, 10:27 AM
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Originally Posted by superhung' post='441463' date='Jun 29 2007, 11:17 AM
I just got this e-mail forwarded from my g/f in regards to how much certain driving infractions will cost in Cali, effective 7/1/07 :
To: All Combat Systems Personnel; Ot02
Subject: FW:
California - New Driving Fines - Effective 7/1/07
Importance: High
New California Laws effective 7/1/07
New Driving Fines for 2007
1. Carpool lane - 1st time $1068.50 starting 7/1/07 (The $271 posted on the highway is old). Don't do it agai because 2nd time is going to be double. 3rd time triple, and 4th time license suspended.
2. Incorrect lane change - $380. Don't cross the lane on solid lines or intersections.
3. Block intersection - $485
4. Driving on the shoulder - $450
5. As of 07/01/07 cell phone use must be "hands free" while driving. Ticket is $285. They will be looking for this like crazy - easy money for police department.
6. Cell phone use in the construction zone. - Double fine as of 07/01/07. Again, cell phone use must be "hands free" while driving.
7. Passengers over 18 not in their seatbelts - both passengers and drivers get tickets .
8. Speeders can only drive 3 miles above the limit.
9. DUI = JAIL (Stays on your driving record for 10 years!
To: All Combat Systems Personnel; Ot02
Subject: FW:
California - New Driving Fines - Effective 7/1/07
Importance: High
New California Laws effective 7/1/07
New Driving Fines for 2007
1. Carpool lane - 1st time $1068.50 starting 7/1/07 (The $271 posted on the highway is old). Don't do it agai because 2nd time is going to be double. 3rd time triple, and 4th time license suspended.
2. Incorrect lane change - $380. Don't cross the lane on solid lines or intersections.
3. Block intersection - $485
4. Driving on the shoulder - $450
5. As of 07/01/07 cell phone use must be "hands free" while driving. Ticket is $285. They will be looking for this like crazy - easy money for police department.
6. Cell phone use in the construction zone. - Double fine as of 07/01/07. Again, cell phone use must be "hands free" while driving.
7. Passengers over 18 not in their seatbelts - both passengers and drivers get tickets .
8. Speeders can only drive 3 miles above the limit.
9. DUI = JAIL (Stays on your driving record for 10 years!
06-29-2007, 11:50 AM
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Originally Posted by vegastrashed' post='441476' date='Jun 29 2007, 11:27 AM
Hmmm... I got forwarded the same thing from my g/f. I think it's a chain letter.
06-29-2007, 12:25 PM
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Originally Posted by superhung' post='441463' date='Jun 29 2007, 11:17 AM
1. Carpool lane - 1st time $1068.50 starting 7/1/07 (The $271 posted on the highway is old). Don't do it agai because 2nd time is going to be double. 3rd time triple, and 4th time license suspended.
When I am on the 405 in a bad traffic jam. I can't resist, I always pop into the carpool lane. Hope I don't get caught one day, I've been doing it for years. Knock on wood.
06-29-2007, 12:38 PM
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Originally Posted by my530i' post='441524' date='Jun 29 2007, 01:38 PM
Here is the real deal.
06-29-2007, 03:29 PM
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Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips!
Exterior: M-Tech Aero kit | M5 Mirrors | M5 Rear Bumper | Trunk Lid Finisher | Vorsteiner decklid spoiler | 50% Formula One Pinnacle Tint
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LEO = Law Enforcement Officer. Do ask me how I know...
Here's a way to help with LIDAR, get this Laser Park Pro. A buddy of ours got busted with LIDAR just this week. Guess who?
06-29-2007, 05:09 PM
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Exterior: 50% side windows / 35% rear window Formula One Pinnacle Series | Flat AMG hood emblem
Suspension: Renntech Lowering Module
Wheels/Tires: Radenergie R10, Falken FK452 245/30/20, Yokohama ADVAN Sport 285/25/20
-----------------------------------------
2005 545i Sport SMG | Ti Grau | Schwarzes Dakota | Anthracite Maple | Logic 7 | Nav
Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips!
Exterior: M-Tech Aero kit | M5 Mirrors | M5 Rear Bumper | Trunk Lid Finisher | Vorsteiner decklid spoiler | 50% Formula One Pinnacle Tint
Suspension and Brakes: Bilstein PSS9 coilovers, JBT BBK: 16" cross-drilled rotors, 8 piston and 15" cross-drilled rotors, 4 piston
Wheels: VIP Modular VR 02 20x9F, 20x10R | Toyo T1R 245/30/20F, 285/25/20R
Lights: PIAA 4150K Xtreme White Plus fog lights, AIB v3
MOST IMPORTANT: Hardwired V1; =)
ED Date: 4/7/05, Re-delivery date: 5/21/05
Not talking about you Fred. Let's see if our buddy steps up.