Why do folks stop so short of the white line at the stop light?

Answer 1

have to agree with the first answer. we have those speed cameras and red light photo cameras as well. I have heard if you go past them, you could get a ticket for running a red light. crazy i know. plus those lines are usually meant for a space for people who need to cross the street.

Answer 2

I have always taught my children to do this, and here's why:

If there is an accident in the intersection, your chances of being hit are much lower if you are further back from the intersection.

Also, people making left hand turns tend to cross those white lines, another good reason to stay back.