Need help (Speed Cameras)

[Daz]

On Sunday night I was heading back home on Bourke Rd and there was a mobile speed camera located on a reasonably steep hill. I was doing around 63 and the speed limit was 60, I was not even on the gas simply just rolling down and I got done. Anyway I got out of the car and took photos of the whole scene and even got the video camera out (heading back from autosalon ) the guy got out and was pretty irritated by this and began to call his superior. Anyway I was told that they can not book you for speeding when you are coming down on a hill. Is this true? If so I will be contesting.

[skypilot]

Ive never heard that before?? i thought they do that on purpose to catch more ppl out.

bad luck dude, good luck with it.

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[Downforce]

If the camera was positioned at the bottom of the hill then I dont think they are supposed to set up there... not sure if they're allowed to or not. but they could always argue that's what the brake pedal is for bit harsh... getting done for doing 63 in a 60 zone though..

[Snowman]

Yeah I was lead to believe that they can't do it on a hill either - but as per usual they put them there because they know 99.99% of people wont bother arguing the case and there is a better chance of getting more people.

[skypilot]

How often do you see cops parked at the bottome of the hill with their radar guns out?? it happens all the time. They will argue that the speed limit is there for a reason. Hill or no hill...

[Daz]

They were not on the bottom of the hill but approximately half way up it as I was heading down. Don’t really care about the fine but the points are a bit of an issue. If I can make them work for their cash and drag it out as long as possible I will

[GTRgeoff]

I understand that the code of practice for speed camera and radar units states they should not be used in certain locations such as hills. Getting the actual document will be the issue but fight it anyway. A good lawyer will make your case and hopefully obtain costs.

[(B1) MR_fanny]

someone posted up a while back some of the regs regarding speed camera legalities. should try a search.

[Daz]

Yep will definitely take it all the way. Funny thing is when we were video taping his number plates etc he was in a bit of a rush to move locations lol. He even told me "that I WILL get the ticket" as he was leaving and I just replied "have a good day mate"

[KamikazeR33]

yeah they cant get u on a hill nor can they get u if they parked on the nature strip or driveway

[skypilot]

maybe the camera operator pr*ck was under his quota of fines for the month so he set up on a hill??

[Zahos]

there is a post on here somewhere that points to a website that details EVERYTHING you could possibly do to contest it. The guy has a book out named "beneath the radar". Look around for it, as it is very useful info...

[Daz]

Thanks I will

[Worm]

I would have loved to see his face when u where filming/taking photos...lol

[predator]

there used to be various regs about hills and things but i believe Bracks changed them a while ago (surprise surprise) to make more money. Don't think you have much chance.

[GTRgeoff]

The website is www.roadsense.com.au and I understand they can park on the nature strip under the road traffic act. Another corrupt double standarrd and hopefully you bloody vics will vote the prick out at the next state election. Labor ALWAYS overspend the rape the electorate. Just bloody dumb

[Daz]

Sweet thanks for that site, looks very informative. Just got to finish this assignment off and I will start the research

[INASNT]

Take it to court mate as that is ***ing bullshit!!

Hope you got video of the operator driving off coz that will look quite funny when shown in court.

A simple letter back if you get sent a speeding fine stating all the facts and that you have video and pictures will usually see them drop the fine.

They rely on 99% of people not bothering to dispute it and just paying the fine even tho they could get out of it easily, so dispute it and be the other 1%

[krzysiu]

What you do, see a camera on the side of the road. Park in front of it, lock the car and walk off. He cant tell you to move. If he wants to he can move...

Hate those wanks. Everytime i drive past one i give the operator a 1 finger salute.

[Daz]

INASNT - Yeah will be seeing them in court but will probably have to defend myself as I cant be stuffed hiring a lawyer.

Krzysiu - yeah that thought crossed my mind but it would have given them something against me in court. Next time I see them on the road I will