CHICAGO (WLS) -- When Limorris Bell was pulled over by Chicago police in the Gold Coast on Sept. 1, 2024, it took 93 seconds for him to be put in handcuffs and his car searched. The reason for the stop: allegedly not wearing his seatbelt or using his turn signal.

When Desmen Northington was stopped by Chicago police off of the Mag Mile on Sept. 23, 2024, it took 60 seconds before he was in handcuffs, and on the curb while officers searched his vehicle. The reason for the stop: not having his hazard lights on in a loading zone.

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Both drivers were eventually released with no charge or citation, but they are just two of dozens of drivers who filed formal complaints with the city over traffic stops for minor violations turned into full

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