April 19, 2005

Big Brother in Knoxville

Knoxville is now considering installing cameras to monitor traffic lights.

Glenn Reynolds took notice as well and said, "I suspect that it has something to do with the city's desire for revenue...."

I touched on that very thing last month when I found out that Nashville was considering traffic cameras (see here)...along with my usual comments on civil liberties and the possibility of abuse. Another issue I mentioned are the kickbacks that camera companies get with these systems.

Michael Silence has all the good links.

And for those in Knoxville...you should consider buying this.

Update - 4/20: I got an email from Michael Silence and he has informed me that the spray you use on your license plates to increase reflectivity is illegal in Knoxville. Info from Silence here.

I'm not going to officially recommend that you buy and use something that is illegal, but it's up to you if you decide to take part in any acts of civil disobedience.

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Thanks for the heads-up on the spray. I will be purchasing

Posted by: Drake at April 20, 2005 08:57 AM