John,
You're thinking about the civilized world, but this is Texas! Speed
traps are frequently used, with the help of the local justice of the
peace, to help boost the town coffers. Usually, they require you to pay
on the spot or got to jail. I'm surprised Michael was allowed to drive
away without paying. Be especially careful toward the end of the month,
because they'll be looking to fill there quotas.
Larry Young
John Kipping wrote:
>I am amazed if even half of what you are saying is true, at least in the UK
>and NZ there isn't an incestuos relationship between the police and the
>courts system so it is impossible for it happen like that.
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