uabb domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /var/www/sites/lawfirmbackup_200125/wordpress/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6131Were you caught speeding? Are you afraid you may get caught? When passing by a police car at the side of the road, do you start sweating without knowing why? This article is for you! Below, the best lawyers from our firm explain about what a laser speedometer is, how it works, how to defend yourself against tickets based on speedometer readings, what the mechanism’s operating requirements are, in what situations is it not acceptable as evidence in court (due to weather conditions, lighting, and more), and, most importantly – what the consequences of all this are for you if you do not admit your offense before the police officer.<\/p>\n
This article about the laser speedometer, written by the best lawyers from our firm, answers all the above-mentioned questions and explains what to do if you are ticketed based on the reading of a laser speedometer. The article will guide you through the whole procedure, including important points to take note of during such an incident. You will learn about your right to consult with a lawyer before and during the hearing, what offenses will automatically result in a court hearing as opposed to a choice of fine, and how you can ensure that the judge will see all the evidence relevant to your case.<\/p>\n
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A laser speedometer is the most common mechanism of speed enforcement used by the police. It has been used since the 1980s (in accordance with the technological advancements of the time, of course). It looks like a laser gun and has a handle and a sight. When operated, it directs a focused laser beam toward a point in the distance and measures the time it takes for the beam to return.<\/p>\n
After this time is measured, the device autonomously calculates the distance at which the measurement was performed as well as the length of time it took for the beam to return, thus weighting the speed of the measured target – and displays it on the device monitor.<\/p>\n
Operating the device is simple – all the police officer needs to do is aim the eyepiece at the speeding vehicle and press the trigger. Less than half a second later, the speed of the vehicle appears on the device.<\/p>\n
The Supreme Court ruled that laser speedometers are highly reliable, as long as that they are used according to the manufacturer\u2019s instructions and requirements. For example: (1) The measuring distance shall not exceed 300 meters, unless a tripod is used by the police officer operating the device; (2) the device must be daily and periodically calibrated, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions; (3) there must be eye contact between the target vehicle and the police officer; (4) the line of sight between the target vehicle and the police officer must be clear of obstructions; (5) additional instructions regarding the use of laser speedometers at night are expanded upon below.<\/p>\n
One of two things: either the vehicle significantly exceeded the allowed speed, in which case the driver will be summoned to court; or else the vehicle only slightly exceeded the allowed speed, in which case the driver will receive a payable<\/a> speeding ticket, with 90 days to decide whether to be judged for the offense or simply pay the fine and get it over with. If the driver chooses to be judged \u2013 they must fill out the form attached to the traffic ticket (\u201cRequest to Be Judged\u201d) and send it to the address indicated on its back.<\/p>\n If you find yourself in the unfortunate situation of significantly exceeding the allowed speed<\/a> and being summoned to court without having the option of paying a fine \u2013 you will be summoned to a hearing before a police officer who will decide whether or not to suspend your driver\u2019s license<\/a> for 30 days. In this case, the driver may challenge the administrative license suspension by requesting a hearing, which will then take place at the court of traffic offenses within a few days from the time of the request. At this stage it is important to consult with a lawyer, and doing so may greatly help the driver.<\/p>\n First of all \u2013 a traffic lawyer can photocopy the evidence from the police prosecution and review the memoranda prepared by the police officer who performed the inspection and\/or other police officers who were present at the time of the incident.<\/p>\n Secondly – the lawyer can check whether the device was calibrated as required, both on a daily and periodic basis.<\/p>\nAdministrative License Suspension by a Police Officer<\/strong><\/h4>\n
How Can a Traffic Lawyer Help a Driver Who Was Ticketed Based On the Reading of a Laser Speedometer?<\/strong><\/h4>\n