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Originally Posted by prydey
or, you could just try to wash off as much speed as you safely can...
the intent of the rule is to protect those who are working on the side of the road. as mentioned, they don't have the staff numbers to be able to have a 'spare' cop at every scene trying to catch those who may not be doing the mandated speed.
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If the wrong highway patrol officer catches you wiping off as much speed as you safely can they will still fine you. Then it will be up to you to prove it in court.
I have seen unconfirmed reports on Facebook that highway patrol in Newcastle area have been abusing the rule already.
I wouldn't be surprised, there is one HP guy around here who is known for doing dodgy stuff just so he can write a fine.
I have no faith in common sense being applied to the policing of this rule.
I can see RBT sites with one cop doing RBts with another 3 checking radar and pulling people over. I bet you will find more speeders than drunk drivers. But we will see I guess