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Cedar Rapids hates its citizens

March 16, 2010

The grace period for drivers caught on camera running a red light in Cedar Rapids ended Sunday, and they will now be looking at a fine of up to $100. Cedar Rapids police spokesperson, Cristy Hamblin says they been sending out warnings to drivers for the last 30 days to prepare drivers.

Is it about safety? Don't be silly:

Hamblin says they will be able to view the violation and then decide if they want to pay the ticket or appeal. Hamblin says they have seven more cameras that will be going up. The cameras are expected to bring in around $750,000. Red light cameras are also in use in Sioux City, Council Bluffs, Clive and Davenport.

So if you have to write a $100 check because you didn't quite stop before turning right on red at an empty intersection in Cedar Rapids, be sure to send a thank you next time you vote.