By Leftlane Staff
Thursday, Mar 16th, 2006 @ 8:29 am

Police in Minneapolis shut down automated cameras on Tuesday that were used to ticket drivers after a judge struck down the ordinance that had authorized the program, according to the Associated Press. “Naturally, we’re elated,” said Howard Bass, a volunteer attorney with the American Civil Liberties Union of Minnesota who represented a motorist who challenged the program. “Judge Wernick’s opinion renews my confidence in the judiciary’s commitment to protecting due process rights.” The Minneapolis cameras were installed at 12 intersections in July. The city had not yet decided whether to appeal, said Assistant City Attorney Mary Ellen Heng.

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