Louisiana 2014 Regular Session

Louisiana Senate Bill SCSR1

Caption

Requests study of the Louisiana laws and operational policies and practices of law enforcement relative to radar speed enforcement calibration and certification.

Impact

The passage of SCSR1 could lead to a thorough examination of current laws and regulations relating to radar enforcement in Louisiana. By requesting a joint committee study, it encourages collaboration between the Senate and House committees on Transportation, Highways, and Public Works. This study is poised to bring forth recommendations that may lead to changes in existing laws or the introduction of new regulations aimed at enhancing the reliability of speed enforcement practices.

Summary

SCSR1 is a concurrent study request that aims to address the operational policies and practices surrounding the calibration and certification of radar speed enforcement equipment utilized by law enforcement agencies in Louisiana. The bill emphasizes the need for regular verification of radar equipment to ensure that it functions correctly and accurately records speed data. This is essential for maintaining fairness in traffic enforcement, protecting both citizens and compliant drivers on public highways.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SCSR1 is largely supportive as it seeks to enhance transparency and integrity in law enforcement practices. Stakeholders are likely to view the need for calibration and certification positively, recognizing it as a critical step towards ensuring accuracy in speed enforcement. However, there may be concerns over the financial and logistical implications of increased regulation, as well as how it might affect law enforcement priorities.

Contention

One notable point of contention could arise regarding the frequency and method of calibration and certification. Law enforcement agencies may have differing views on how often such checks should be conducted, as well as the best practices to remain compliant with new regulations post-study. This discussion could highlight tensions between the need for strict enforcement accuracy and the operational realities faced by law enforcement agencies.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA SCR8

Creates the Task Force on Safety for Law Enforcement Officers Involved in High Speed Vehicle Pursuits to study and review police officer training and protocols necessary to increase the safety of law enforcement officers and innocent bystanders.

LA HR143

Requests the House Committee on the Administration of Criminal Justice to study and make recommendations concerning the policies and procedures of high-speed pursuits by law enforcement officers

LA SCSR2

Requests joint committee to study the feasibility, desirability, and practicality of enacting a criminal law relative to physical and verbal harassment.

LA SCSR1

Requests study of the impact of and penalties for texting or using social media while driving in Louisiana.

LA HB1284

In rules of the road in general, further providing for automated enforcement of failure to stop for school bus with flashing red lights, for automated speed enforcement systems in active work zones and for pilot program for automated speed enforcement system on designated highway and providing for automated speed enforcement study and for pilot program for automated speed enforcement systems in designated school zones; and imposing a penalty.

LA AB2809

Vehicles: automated speed enforcement.

LA SB172

Speed Detection Devices; all laws relative to enforcement of speeding violations in school zones through the use of automated traffic enforcement safety devices; repeal

LA SB210

Provides relative to disposition of speed violations issued as a result of photo enforcement or cameras. (8/1/14)

LA SB509

In general provisions, further providing for definitions; in rules of the road in general, further providing for maximum speed limits, providing for maximum speed limits enforced by local law enforcement officers with RADAR and further providing for speed timing devices; and imposing penalties.

LA HB4595

Create camera assisted enforcement of speeding in active work zones

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.