Google is under pressure from Police and Sheriffs around the country to remove a feature in their social navigation app Waze which allows users to report police they see along their route, warning other drivers so that they may slow down before they reach the speed trap. The feature is one of many, including the ability to report traffic jams, construction, hazards in the road, dangerous weather, etc.

"Waze users mark police presence on maps without much distinction other than "visible'' or "hidden.'' Users see a police icon, but it's not immediately clear whether police are there for a speed trap, a sobriety check or a lunch break. The police generally are operating in public spaces."

If you agree that the feature is protected by our right to free speech, and that the government\law enforcement have absolutely no right to try and force Google to take it away from us just because they are losing a little money from traffic tickets (I think we all know that's the real reason) please sign this petition and let Google know that we are opposed to the removal of this feature, and we will stand with them if they make the right choice and fail to give in to the pressure of law enforcement.

Thank you for your support.