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Originally Posted by dtaygolf
I was issued a violation for a flashing brake light. Fair enough, that is technically illegal, though I've had lots of traffic officers behind me, primarily in Richmond, and not a peep.
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You both knew this cannot be disputed and that is why you were served a VT. Pay to play.
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Originally Posted by dtaygolf
The exhaust sound prompted the VI, and as you noted, not loud at all. Haha, if it ruined your day, it really ruined mine. Was minding my own business, and driving like a saint. My understanding of the officers Db meter, it's more a prop than anything, because all he needs is reasonable suspicion to issue the VI, regardless. Ironic your a CVSE Inspector, because he even handed me a two page double sided copy of CVSE VI regs and rules, along with the tickets. This officer really had everything set up.
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Unfortunately, this is the loophole being exploited. If the officer served you a VT, you can likely and successfully dispute it, and he knows that. This loophole allows you no legal recourse while demanding zero accountability on his end.
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Originally Posted by dtaygolf
I noticed, in my rear view, his buddy officer pulled up l behind me later, and I couldn't help noticing the knowing smile and cute little wave, from his buddy, like it's a great game or something.
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I saw this as well, and I am truly sorry you were put through this farce, despite your non-compliant fourth brake light. I sincerely encourage you to at least consider removing the auxiliary brake light, passing the inspection with your aftermarket exhaust, and filing a complaint with the VPD.