Driverless Waymo Car Stumps Police: First of Its Kind Traffic Stop
In an unusual incident, San Bruno police found themselves in a predicament when they attempted to issue a traffic ticket to a driverless car. The autonomous vehicle, operated by Waymo, made an illegal U-turn across a double yellow line, but the lack of a 'robot' category in police records hindered the process.
This was the first time local police had stopped a carmax with no one inside. The company operating the vehicle is an autonomous taxi service, but the specific name was not mentioned in the search results. The incident occurred during a DUI checkpoint, where police typically stop vehicles to check for impaired drivers.
The Waymo car's illegal maneuver at the intersection raised concerns. Despite the vehicle's clear violation, police could not issue a fine as there's no legal framework for penalizing driverless cars. California is currently discussing a law to allow tickets to be issued directly to robocab operators, which could address this gap in the future.
Waymo acknowledged the incident and committed to updating its system to prevent similar occurrences. While this was a first for San Bruno police, it highlights the need for clear regulations regarding autonomous vehicles. The incident also sparked a conversation about the potential changes in traffic laws to accommodate self-driving cars.
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