I see videos of spectators getting hit all the time. Most of the time the driver just continues the race. What ever happens in the aftermath of these occurances?
2007-03-05 12:38:24 · 9 answers · asked by Cognito ! 1 in Sports ➔ Auto Racing ➔ Other - Auto Racing
As these events are generally held on public roads, something like this would most likely at least be investigated by the local police. However, while the roads are public roads, they are not open, and the area where people are standing normally require ticket purchases (which in effect are contracts).
With the spectators agreeing to certain restrictions with their ticket purchase (I know there are a long list of things I've agreed to printed on the back of tickets I get for most race tracks), and I'd expect a number of posted signs to stay away from and off the racing surface, it would be unlikely to find the driver at fault.
Though a driver could get in trouble under the right circumstances (same as it's possible to be prosecuted for an illegal hit in some contact sports, just very unlikely unless there is some other factor involved as well). So, imagine a case where a driver can be clearly heard on the in car video recognizing someone he has a strong dislike for standing off the side of the track, and then proclaiming "I'm going to get that guy," before driving into him. The investigation in that case would probably have some grave consequences for the driver.
Otherwise, the driver is just racing as he is supposed to.
2007-03-06 04:33:37 · answer #1 · answered by Paul S 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Very good question. In the years I have been watching rally some spectators have been hit and nothing is ever said as to their condition. In the Dakar last year 2 children were run over in villages in separate incidents. I often wonder why people chose to stand on the outside of a curve, where if a car does go off momentum would take it into them.
2007-03-05 22:43:36 · answer #2 · answered by schumifan 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, they do not. Spectators are supposed to keep clear of the track, including run-off areas in case a car overshoots a corner. Racing as a dangerous sport - spectators should be aware of it and keep clear. Of course, the people who organized the race (and the sanctioning body) CAN be held responsible, since spectator safety is their concern. This is why the WRC sometimes has a stage cancelled - too many spectators to race on that bit of track without undue risk.
2007-03-05 17:55:18 · answer #3 · answered by Me 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Liability is why you don't see WRC in the USA. It's all well and good to say the spectators agreed to the risk, but the widow and her attorney may not agree on that.
2007-03-07 00:13:47 · answer #4 · answered by michinoku2001 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the spectators are dumb enough to put themselves into a situation where they may get hit...it's their problem, not the driver's.
2007-03-05 16:40:46 · answer #5 · answered by saq428 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the only time I know of this happening regular is in video games.I am sure it probably has happened and the drivers have insurance. also rally drivers are some of the most controlled drivers. hope this answer helps :)
2007-03-05 14:51:48 · answer #6 · answered by katlady927 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no they do not get into trouble. The spectators choose to stand right next to the track knowing full well what will happen
2007-03-06 03:30:23 · answer #7 · answered by F1isTHEbest 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋
no they don't but most of them videos are probaly at amutur events anyway thats why rally orginizers have insurnce
2007-03-07 06:22:08 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-03-06 15:31:20 · answer #9 · answered by n5esr 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋