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Rolly

Jan 26, 2010, 8:20 AM

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Changes in traffic laws proposed in Lerdo

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I had a good laugh when I read the paper this morning. The head of the tránsitos in Lerdo is proposing some changes in the local traffic rules. Some seem like good ideas -- increased penalties for DWI and a prohibition against talking on a cell while driving.

The one that made me laugh was his proposal to criminalize insulting a cop. I can here it now. "Buy me a coke or I'll site you for insulting me." I'll bet that one goes nowhere.

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gpkgto

Jan 26, 2010, 10:49 AM

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Re: [Rolly] Changes in traffic laws proposed in Lerdo

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The police problems in Mexico are many and varied. They all need better pay, better training, etc. etc. I also read somewhere that the police identify more with the "people" than with the law, so violating a law doesn't get the police upset. US police act like a traffic violation is a personal insult and a danger to world peace.

see saw sallie

Jan 26, 2010, 11:05 PM

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Re: [gpkisner] Changes in traffic laws proposed in Lerdo

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Interesting way to put it. Dang, you are right.