The NYPD has implemented a controversial policy targeting cyclists and e-bike riders for low-level traffic offenses, subjecting them to criminal court summonses instead of simple fines. Critics, including advocates and lawmakers, warn that this escalation from minor infractions to potential criminal records could lead to abuse and misuse of police authority. Reports surfaced of individual officers allegedly entrapping cyclists, with incidents of cops causing accidents to issue summonses. The strategy has sparked widespread criticism and concern regarding public safety and police conduct.
In just one week since the policy started, cyclists received summons for wearing headphones and stopping ahead of painted stop lines, with some claiming cops ginned up offenses.
Advocates and legal experts criticize the policy for transforming minor traffic infractions into criminal charges, questioning whether the Department has the authority to enforce such measures.
One cyclist reported an incident where a cop intentionally stepped into his path, leading to charges of disorderly conduct, raising concerns of entrapment.
The NYPD's strategy has ignited backlash from the community, with criticisms focused on the potential for abuse and the long-term implications for cyclists in New York City.
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