Presenting the Next Automated Traffic Enforcement Device—the Noise Camera: NMA E-Newsletter #656
Let’s face it—most of us dislike loud motorcycles or vehicles revving up next to us at an intersection, blowing by us on an interstate, or disrupting the solitude of our neighborhoods. But to use automated devices to catch people who are exceedingly noisy seems to push us deeper into the world of Big Brother than […]
Can You Put a Price Tag on Safety?
Purchasing a new, or just a new-to-you, a luxury car can raise some questions. You may even wonder if a luxury vehicle is worth the cost, especially when it comes to driver safety. It can be tough to decide because it’s easy to get caught up in the price. Imagine a Lexus sedan next to […]
The Consequences of Ignoring the Law
By Gary Biller, NMA President Editor’s Note: This post originally appeared as NMA Weekly E-Newsletter #628, emailed in January 2021. If you would like to receive the weekly newsletter, register today at the NMA! At the urging of the late motorists’ advocate extraordinaire, Jim Walker, the NMA provided grant support for the defense of a […]
Paradise Ticket Quota Extreme: NMA Weekly E-Newsletter #636
Multiple times a year, the US Department of Transportation issues grants to states for specific traffic enforcement programs. That money trickles down to cities so they can pay officers overtime. Honolulu police officers are currently participating in one such grant program this month. To measure the program’s effectiveness, the Honolulu Police Department wants officers to […]
Some Pointers on Driver’s License Points
Editor’s Note: This post originally appeared as NMA Newsletter #352 in October 2015. The information is still current and important information for any motorists who wants to learn more about driver’s license points. To receive the NMA weekly E-Newsletter, subscribe HERE today! One of the most common questions we get from members is how many […]
Stay Safe Behind the Wheel: Traffic Laws for Rainy Days
When it comes to driving on a rainy day, forgetting your umbrella at home could turn out to be the least of your worries. It’s almost needless to mention that any driver should adapt their cruising speed when extreme weather conditions occur. But how many drivers do you think are aware of their state’s traffic […]
What to do if Police pull you over (in Florida and Everywhere Else): Steps and Actions to Take
By Attorney George Lorenzo Flashing blue lights and a loud siren are coming up behind you, an indication that the police officer wants you to stop the car. No matter what the reason, being pulled over can be a stressful situation that can escalate quickly if you don’t know what to do. There are many […]
Understanding the Different Types of Speed Laws
Editor’s Note: This post originally appeared as NMA E-Newsletter #203 from December 2012. The information is still pertinent. If you would like to receive the weekly NMA E-Newsletter, join today! When fighting a speeding ticket, one of the most important things to find out is what kind of speed law you’re charged with violating. Believe […]
“Driving While Black” Billboard Shines Light on City Ticket Records
By a Michigan NMA Member Editor’s Note: This post originally appeared as NMA E-Newsletter #602 from July 2020. If you would like to receive the weekly NMA E-Newsletter, join today! On July 6, an electronic billboard appeared along I-96 in Redford Township, Michigan, just east of the city limits of Livonia. It warned drivers leaving […]
The Selling of a Narrative
By Gary Biller, NMA President Editor’s Note: This post first appeared as a weekly E-Newsletter #591 from May 2020 and it was only sent to NMA members. If you would like to receive this weekly email, consider joining the NMA today. The media has never shied away from peddling stories that sell. Often in doing […]