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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Lhorgrim" data-source="post: 2030716" data-attributes="member: 12222">One thing to remember about the philosophy behind speed limits is that they have the lowest common denominator in mind.  Whisperfoot is probably very safe on the state road going over the posted speed limit, but many very young and very old drivers are not.  Part of the idea is to have a somewhat uniform traffic flow so that the widest range of drivers will be able to safely negotiate the roadways.  Some places have tried different solutions to this issue, such as designated cutoffs and restrictions against holding up traffic, but that is just a different citation for a different violation if someone refuses to yield.Yes, many people speed and don't get caught, but they risk that they will get caught if they speed so they are gambling.  The possibility of getting a ticket is enough af a deterrent to most people, and actually getting a ticket slows down many more, but some people will continue to speed and/or violate other traffic laws.  This situation isn't unique to the U.S., most countries have traffic laws and some enforcement for them.As far as tickets being a money making proposition for the local agencies, it varies.  In my area the municipal department gets a very small amount of the fine, and the rest goes to the state and the county court sysytem.  There is no distinction between traffic and criminal charges.  If someone is convicted of assault the money distribution is the same.  Most places in KY do not have seperate traffic courts, all misdemeanor and traffic cases go through the same district court.</blockquote>

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