""What I was trying to say, rather, was that the danger of a cyclist to a pedestrian is rather like that of a car to a cyclist."
I dont think that's true. stats indicate many more cyclists are killed by cars than…"
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expensive ticket/fine from metra
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The other day I was hurrying to work approaching the train tracks at clinton just n. of fulton. the warning lights and bells started going off as i was maybe 20ft from them. so i accelerated and…Continue
Tags: fine, ticket, commuting, metra
Started this discussion. Last reply by CJ Oct 23, 2012.
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CJ replied to CJ's discussion 'expensive ticket/fine from metra'"Great news my friends! Cop didnt show up for court so my case was dismissed. Thanks for all the support through this. You guys are the best.
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James BlackHeron replied to CJ's discussion 'expensive ticket/fine from metra'"+1
I've often seen the wigwags come down in front of me at the CTA Brown Line in heading through Ravenswood Manor knowing that the train was still in the station and would sit there for 40 seconds before crossing but never had the…"
CJ replied to CJ's discussion 'expensive ticket/fine from metra'"though it's been fun to read the scoldings (i know you only respond because you care) , and the "dude how'd you get caught" comments, I'm mainly hoping to inform. if the bell starts ringing…"
Anne Alt replied to CJ's discussion 'expensive ticket/fine from metra'"How about a little humor to lighten the mood? Happy Monday!"
Adam Herstein (5.5 mi) replied to CJ's discussion 'expensive ticket/fine from metra'"This is just like the people who complain about the speed cameras even though they know they are breaking the law. I think that it's common sense that if you see red flashing lights and a crossbar coming down, then you should stop and wait. If…"
James BlackHeron replied to CJ's discussion 'expensive ticket/fine from metra'"If only we could pass a law that makes doing stupid things illegal. That'll stop the stupid people from doing stupid things...
There, I fixed it!"
Sarah D. 1-3.3 replied to CJ's discussion 'expensive ticket/fine from metra'"Adam, really? You already said that in your previous post. Let's be nice to each other, ok? It's fall, it's Monday, and we live in a great city. Give your fellow concerned cyclists a break. We've all done stupid things, on…"
Adam Herstein (5.5 mi) replied to CJ's discussion 'expensive ticket/fine from metra'"Trying to beat a train to the crossing is quite possibly one of the stupidest things anyone could do."
James BlackHeron replied to CJ's discussion 'expensive ticket/fine from metra'"Don't fight it son. Confess quickly! If you hold out too long you could jeopardize your credit rating."
Barry Aldridge replied to CJ's discussion 'expensive ticket/fine from metra'"1. Trains do not cause accidents. The train is where it's supposed to be, it's pedestrians, bikers and drivers who cause the accidents.
2. Ticket writing these days is most definitely a revenue-raising tactic by all government agencies…"
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