As accurate as radar.
Added: The speedometers in virtually all police vehicles are calibrated and certified as correct, and that documentation can be produced in court to attest to their accuracy.
Your tires would definitely have to rotate if you are speeding !
Yes, you can ask a police officer for proof of speeding, such as radar or laser readings, but they are not required to provide it on the spot.
Call the police and give an accurate as possible description of the vehicle (including license number if you can get it) and give the direction of travel. Speeding is a misdemeanor offense and an officer has to actually see it themselves before they can take any enforcement action.
Yes, in court, a police officer must provide evidence to prove that you were speeding, such as radar readings or eyewitness testimony.
Yes, you can.
For a speeding ticket issued by a Police Officer, Yes! For an alleged speed camera violation, No!
Speeding is a dangerous thing, that is why it is illegal. Speeding with kids in the car can be considered child endangerment. It is a stretch, but it could be legally done.
Yes, in most places, citizens can report a speeding police officer to the appropriate authorities, but they should not attempt to pull over the officer themselves. It is best to contact the police department or highway patrol to report the incident.
No, generally, regular citizens cannot charge a police officer with speeding. However, citizens can report their observations to the respective police department, and it is up to the department to investigate and take appropriate action. It is ultimately the responsibility of the police department to enforce traffic laws for their officers.
Only if you are speeding over the posted limits.
The police officer does not set the fine. The fine is based on state law. That is determined by your speed and where you were speeding. In a school zone, and construction zone, the fine is more.
Yes. No - its a jerky thing to do, but you should not be speeding if there arent any cops around - so they CAN ticket you if you were speeding when you didnt see them.