Quote Originally Posted by deena View Post
We can't make drivers pay attention, and we can't make drivers follow the law. We CAN push to have laws passed that make it a more serious offense if a driver injures a cyclist through inattentive driveing or failure to yield.... Do any states (other countries) have laws that address this?
Yes. In Arizona killing a cyclist will cost you $1,000. If you simply injure her, the fine is reduced to $500.

I noticed in N.C., tossing a wrapper out of your car will cost you $1,200. Shooting an animal out of season can cost you upwards of $2,000.

Recently, a cyclist was killed in the bike lane. The car entered the bike lane and hit him from behind. The driver was cited for driving in the bike lane. Period.

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Re: Cell phones - it has been shown that holding the phone isn't the problem. Actually talking on the phone, thus diverting attention away from the road, is what causes the problems. So, hands-free devices aren't any better.