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History
- Referred to transportation
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Prohibits operation of a motor vehicle on any highway in this state equipped with a radar device commonly known as a phazer II connected to a power source
In Senate Committee · Transportation · Sponsor Shirley L. Huntley
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:A9743
Title of bill
An act to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to prohibition of radar detectors
Purpose
This bill prohibits the operation of a motor vehicle equipped with a Phazer II radar device on any highway in this state.
Justification
The primary reason for a motorist to have a radar detection device is to avoid apprehension when violating speed limit laws, the very laws that were created to save lives by reducing motor vehicle fatalities. The Phazer II device blocks police radar and prevents the monitoring of those driving at excessive speeds. Excessive speed is the second most contributing factor in road fatalities only exceeded by accidents involving alcohol consumption. Speeding jeopardizes the lives and property of the motoring public. Significant police resources are deployed to secure compliance with the speed limits and to promote highway safety. However, police efforts are seriously undemlined by motorists with the Phazer II Radar and Laser Jamming devices. The Phazer II is banned in MN, OK, CA, NE, and Washington, DC.
Legislative history
New Bill.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
Immediately.
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