Oliver Casey Esparza's federal lawsuit against the NYPD alleges wrongful ticketing of cyclists under a 2019 law permitting bikes to cross with pedestrian signals. Esparza argues this creates confusion, especially with e-bikes, and demands officer training on the law. The lawsuit follows a significant increase in ticketing amidst rising traffic deaths. Critics assert that treating cyclists as quasi-pedestrians undermines safety, while progressive policies enable risky cycling behaviors.
Esparza's lawsuit highlights how unwarranted NYPD tickets for cyclists reflect a flawed 'go with the walk' law, leading to unsafe road conditions for all.
This 2019 law allows bikes to cross when pedestrian signals are on, but cyclists still must yield to pedestrians, creating confusion and potential danger.
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