POTOMAC, Md. - An anonymous Potomac resident is taking a stand against speed cameras in the area, and their protest might save you some money.

Laurence Levine knows a thing or two about speed cameras

"In the last two years, probably, my wife and I have gotten five or six tickets," Levine said.

But this weekend speeders like Levine may be less likely to get caught in the act. Red warning signs, reading "speed camera ahead," have been posted before all the cameras in the Potomac area.

The so-called bandit signs can be illegal. The person responsible, identified on the signs as Potomac Secret Agent, put them up to create awareness about the cameras and to give residents a chance to weigh in on whether the cameras are appropriate.

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"There's a lot of people out there that are very frustrated by the speed cameras [and] where they're being put. They feel as though they are generating revenue as opposed to promoting safety," said Potomac resident Gerry Dunn.

Authorities say the cameras are working to make permanent, long-lasting and effective change in speeds. County leaders are even looking to double the number of cameras from 30 to 60. Still, motorists say they welcome the extra warning.

"If you have that warning you can slow down just in time," said Potomac resident Jake Gadbaw.

"They're making their point known and trying to gather support what is wrong with that," added Levine.

A speed camera ticket can cost motorist as much as $40. Meanwhile, the person responsible for the warning signs says they can save county residents over $25,000 in one weekend alone.

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