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    Which Way, L.A.?

    Amnesty for Jay-walkers and Traffic Scofflaws

    It's easy to get a ticket for jay-walking, running a stop sign or other minor traffic violations — but, for many people, it's hard to pay the fine after they've been convicted. When they can't pay, the fines go up — and sometimes judges suspend their driver's licenses. Tomorrow, a year-and-a-half amnesty goes into effect.

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    By Warren Olney • Sep 30, 2015 • 6m Listen

    It's easy to get a ticket for jay-walking, running a stop sign or other minor traffic violations — but, for many people, it's hard to pay the fine after they've been convicted. When they can't pay, the fines go up — and sometimes judges suspend their driver's licenses. Tomorrow, a year-and-a-half amnesty goes into effect. We hear details from Theresa Zhen is an attorney with the New Way of Life ReEntry Project.

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    Redevelopment Makes a Comeback in California
    1. 0:17Amnesty for Jay-walkers and Traffic ScofflawsYou’re reading this
    2. 7:30Is "Revitalization" Redevelopment by Another Name?
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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Katie Cooper

      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      Christine Detz

      Producer, 'To the Point'

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    The full episode

    1 of 2
    Redevelopment Makes a Comeback in California
    1. 0:17Amnesty for Jay-walkers and Traffic ScofflawsYou’re reading this
    2. 7:30Is "Revitalization" Redevelopment by Another Name?
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