I aways complain that New Jersey is the most densely populated state and there are police everywhere. This was evident today, when I took my 2009 SRT out for a little drive. As I was entering a very long on-ramp for 65-mph. highway, I got on it for a few seconds. As soon as I reached the highway, I was pulled over! I didn't realize that the SUV behind me was an unmarked police vehicle with standard plates! Luckily, the cop cut me a break. Since I have a clean driving record, I got off with a warning for careless driving. I guess that I might have to granny drive from now on.
You think you have a police state. Try NY, one time entering NY from NJ, 6 cops on Waze in NY, and it crashed the app. Get a radar detector. I call it a cop detector.
Only the expensive ones work well. The best are the Uniden R8 ($671), Valentine V1 Gen2 ($749) or the Escort Redline 360c ($800). They have auto-mute memory that can filter out false alerts on your routes and are undetectable- meaning, police who scan for radar detectors won't find it.
I may get one, but it wouldn't have helped in this incident. The unmarked SUV was directly behind me.
I have the Uniden R7, it has long range, mostly KA band in our area, I always use my eyes as well, front and back. You can get an R3 used on Ebay, for about $200 and they are just as good as the R7, and R8. Just don't tell you where its coming from, front, rear, sides. But it does 360.
Escort says this about the legality of Radar Detectors: In Which States Are Radar Detectors Illegal? Radar detectors are not universally accepted across the United States. They are illegal for use in passenger vehicles in Virginia and Washington, D.C. This legislation is strictly enforced, with fines and potential confiscation for violators. Elsewhere, laws can be less restrictive, but drivers need to stay informed about the specific regulations governing their travel routes. At Escort Radar, we acknowledge the diverse legal landscape. We recommend our radar detectors for use in locations where they are permitted and emphasize the importance of understanding local laws. State Laws for Radar Detectors Regulations around radar detectors vary significantly from one state to another within the United States, impacting their use in both private and commercial vehicles. Private Vehicles Iowa In Iowa, the use of radar detectors in private vehicles is legal. However, drivers must ensure their devices do not obstruct their view of the road. This means avoiding placement on the windshield or dashboard where it might block the driver's view of the road or mirrors. Drivers must install their devices correctly to stay compliant with state laws and ensure their safety. Virginia Our findings show that, in Virginia, the use of radar detectors in private vehicles is strictly illegal. Violations can lead to fines and device confiscation. Drivers caught with a radar detector in their vehicle face the risk of fines, and law enforcement officers are authorized to confiscate the device. This law applies regardless of whether the radar detector is turned on or simply present in the vehicle. I like it out in the West where there are much fewer people and police. On Hyw 70, except through Vail, you can go 90 all day long and most people do that. Utah is even better, but you have to watch it in small towns where tickets are major revenue sources.
I have an Pasport escort radar detector, and it works great. It is GPS enabled so when you go by the same store 3 times it will lockout the door opener. This will eliminate 95% of false alerts.
I am pretty sure GA, has signs when you enter the state, saying radar detector use is prohibited. At least the same companies that make the radar guns, make the detectors, so they can stay up on the latest technology.
