$1,000 Fine for Flashing Headlights to Warn Motorists of Cops - Lawsuit FollowsAmanda Warren Did you know that you could be fined for flashing your headlights to warn other people of speed traps? Police who are hiding in wait, do not appreciate headlight whistleblowers. This leads to the question Is flashing your lights a part of free speech? Those who use their First Amendment rights to warn others to drive cautiously should not be punished for their message. After all, the purpose of traffic laws is to promote safety, not generate revenue. Image: Wikimedia Commons linkwithin_text=Related Articles: 