Should cyclists face more serious charges than drivers?

by Ted Rogers, LA Streets Blog

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Make no mistake. He [the cyclist] deserved to be charged for his actions, just as a driver who ran a red light and injured a pedestrian should be. If we expect motorists to be held responsible for their actions behind the wheel, we have to assume the same responsibility.

But in most cases, the driver would only face charges for running the light, or maybe distracted driving.

Instead, Martin was charged with a felony count of assault with a deadly weapon. And pleaded guilty on May 31st of this year, sentenced to three years felony probation and 30 days community service.
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