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Can a police officer issue a traffic citation next to establishments that serve alcohol such as bars?
Yes. a officer can issue a citation in any location.
How long does a police office have to issue a traffic citation in Virginia?
In Virginia, a police officer generally has up to 30 days from the date of the alleged violation to issue a traffic citation. However, if the citation is issued as a summons rather than a ticket, it can be delivered later but must still comply with the statute of limitations, which is typically one year for most traffic offenses. It's important for the officer to issue the citation promptly to ensure the evidence and circumstances are fresh.
Can an officer give a traffic citation a week after the accident?
Yes, after their investigation they found reason to issue a citation. May also depend on your laws for your state.
Does an officer have to issue a citation at the time of the violation or can he mail it to you?
It usually can be mailed.
Is ticket a preposition?
No, it is not. Ticket can be a noun, or a verb meaning to issue a traffic citation.
How long does a police officer have in the state of Ohio have to issue a non traffic citation?
In Ohio, a police officer typically has up to 30 days to issue a non-traffic citation after the offense has occurred. However, this timeframe can vary depending on the specific circumstances of the case and the type of violation. It's important for officers to act promptly to ensure that evidence and witness accounts remain fresh. For precise regulations, consulting the Ohio Revised Code or legal counsel is advisable.
What if the cop that gave you your citation never signed it or placed his id number on it?
GENERALLY speaking, the officer certifies the citation with his signature. If there is a specific place for the officer's signature and he did not sign the citation, you may want to ask the court to dismiss the citation. The officer may be allowed to re-issue the citation, but it is fairly likely that specific ticket is not valid.
In Massachusetts can a police officer issue a traffic ticket based on the claim of a third party if the officer was not present when the alleged infraction took place?
Traffic infractions are misdemeanors. To take lawful action, a misdemeanor offense must have been committed in the officers presence. EXCEPTION: if the officer was investigating an occurrence after it had taken place, (e.g.- accident - etc.) he can issue a citation based on physical evidence, the statements of witnesses, and the results of his investigation.
Can an off duty officer issue a citation in Nebraska?
A State Trooper can. Don't know about PD or Sheriff.
Can you get a ticket from a video recording of a traffic violation?
Yes, you can receive a ticket from a video recording of a traffic violation, as the footage can be used as evidence to issue a citation for the offense.
Can a non sworn officer issue traffic citations?
This depends on the laws of the state where the citation is issued and the nature of the charge. A citation is simply a summons to appear in court to answer to a charge. In many jurisdictions, it can be issued/signed by anyone who wants to bring a charge against another person. In signing the citation, the person making the accusation is swearing to the court that the offense was committed by the person named in the citation, and can be charged with false swearing or a civil claim of false arrest if the charge is baseless.
Is it legal for a city police traffic sgt to issue a speeding citation 6 days post accident evnthough on site officer said there would be no citation at the scene of accident?
Unless it is forbidden by state law, local law, or department policy, yes. All on site actions are subject to review by the chain of command and can be changed if appropriate. However any competent representation will likely question what caused the citation to be issued after the fact and to question what knowledge the sergeant possessed that the investigation officer did not.
