Got a Ticket.

[predapio]

I'm sure 99% of law enforcement is legit and there to serve the general public.

There is always that 1% that are the bad apples and give the profession a bad name. (just like every other profession)

I'm espcecially incensed at rogue law enforcement , for my own selfish reasons though.

[eppopipe]

Originally Posted by Mizzle I skimmed through and I have to say I don't even believe this story lol. If it did happen, subpoena the video/audio from the incident. You don't need a lawyer for that. Also get a copy of the police report and subpoena the radio traffic recording. I would also subpoena the means and method of tracking your speed. Make sure you request the calibration date as if they're not calibrated regularly, the results are deemed inadmissible in court. Subpoena any traffic reports for the area to disprove his "moderate/heavy," traffic comment as well (if available.) If none are available, rent a camera and go out at 2 a.m. for the next week or so and record the traffic with a tripod. Last but not least, record your hearing on your phone or something so we can hear wtf happened (just hit record and set it on the table.) If the results are unsatisfactory and/or clearly biased, give the tape to the local news and request an investigative report be commenced to follow up on corruption. p.s. Move because they will find you after you do all this lol. p.p.s. Screenshot/scan of the ticket?

Whats not to believe? Had I gotten a simple ticket for going over the speedlimit that I was guilty of I would have just maned up and payed it with a smile. This however is not the case.

I will ask for the audio/video. But that doesn't mean it will actually show up. Last time I had tapes subpoenaed in, they mysteriously got "misplaced"

Im not willing to move away and buy another car just because some cops has a personal vendetta because I challenged his authority.

All right, Today I took pictures of the location where I got the ticket, took pictures of my tires (winter tires on steelys) and pictures of my stock tires. Got some of the bumper height with a ruler too. Had 2 separate lawyers take a look at the actual ticket to. Both told me that its just a bunch of nonsense.
General rule of thumb around here. Dont go out late after Christmas before the new year.

[ahfunaki]

Definitely going to stay away from there, haha. You're only about 40 minutes away from me.

Sounds like a bunch of BS as others have said. Hope it gets sorted out.

On another note, I miss Geauga Lake...

[rghispanic88]

What a douche, hope everything turns out ok

[Mizzle]

Not ask - subpoena.

If it's all missing, request the case be dismissed for lack of evidence.

[eppopipe]

Thanks mizzle. Ill do just that.
Oh and I miss geauga lake too....


Thanks for the support guys. Ill keep you all updated.
After talking to a couple lawyers it seems the cops just lying through his teeth and Im still aloud to drive regardless of what they said. Ill be going to my local tire/lube place (that i used to work at) tomorrow to have them confirm that my car is at stock height and my tires are legal.
That should handle the one charge and ill just have to battle out the alleged speed. Cross your fingers.

[mikeySP307]

Even 'studdable' snow tires are legal for passenger cars (without studs), as long as they meet DOT spec... dude's mouth was full of jizz when he spun that one. In fact, summer/R compound tires could be deemed 'unsafe' if they aren't snow rated. If it's because they weren't OE equipment making it an 'unsafe vehicle,' then the majority of the cars on the road would fall into the same category, snow tires or not.

Subpoena dash-cam and/or audio for when you go before the magistrate. BE CALM, and state your case RESPECTFULLY and COMPLETELY. Use flash cards as speaking points if you need to. Make sure he knows the donut jockey referenced an ordinance, but was unable to produce it. Also, accusing and 'finger-pointing' will get you thrown out... trust me. If they will play the video/audio, let that speak for itself.

Not a fun position to be in, I know. Keep us posted, maybe we can all learn a little from the outcome!

[eppopipe]

When I called in to the police station yesterday morning I was told they "only record when via dash cam in a situation when they feel they are threatened" BS im sure, but i may not be able to get the audio or anything.
Plus the receptionist told me chances are the audio did NOT pick up any speech from my car even if they do have video. She said that wouldn't be able to be subpoenaed unless I was against criminal charges and it went to a full trial.

Ill still try but it doesn't sound good. Im just trying to take all the pictures and get all my information in line before I go in.

[DONWORK]

Good Luck with this. Most cops I know are really nice people. Some have even volunteered to help with the occasional ticket. I paid the last one though...got hit with LIDAR doing 78 in a 50..he knocked it down to 55 in a 50. Remind me to stay the hell out of Ohio.

[eppopipe]

^^ Stay outta ohio. Theres really nothing left here.
heres a taste of ohio for ya

Police Brutality at Drive Thru - YouTube

Police Brutality at Drive Thru - YouTube

[crazyp]

motherfucking cops.

[eppopipe]

^^ Well put.

Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Debate (12 of 24) Corruption - YouTube

Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Debate (12 of 24) Corruption - YouTube

Thats where I got my ticket when I was younger (The drag racing incident)

One more..

Cuyahoga County Auditor Frank Russo charged in corruption pr - YouTube

Cuyahoga County Auditor Frank Russo charged in corruption pr - YouTube

[rikyrick87]

Go to the station and ask to see the duty log, find out who was working and you'll figure out who pulled you over. Your entitled to all that information, they can't deny you looking at it.

[SweetJP]

Originally Posted by Stealth01 In before OP says, "Oh, I guess my snow tires ARE studded after all." Are they perhaps "studdable" tires?

They're not studded. They're my snow tires.

[Stealth01]

Originally Posted by CrashOverride They're not studded. They're my snow tires.

Are they studdable? If so, the officer might have seen that and assumed they were studded.

[SweetJP]

Originally Posted by Mizzle I skimmed through and I have to say I don't even believe this story lol. If it did happen, subpoena the video/audio from the incident. You don't need a lawyer for that. Also get a copy of the police report and subpoena the radio traffic recording. I would also subpoena the means and method of tracking your speed. Make sure you request the calibration date as if they're not calibrated regularly, the results are deemed inadmissible in court. Subpoena any traffic reports for the area to disprove his "moderate/heavy," traffic comment as well (if available.) If none are available, rent a camera and go out at 2 a.m. for the next week or so and record the traffic with a tripod. Last but not least, record your hearing on your phone or something so we can hear wtf happened (just hit record and set it on the table.) If the results are unsatisfactory and/or clearly biased, give the tape to the local news and request an investigative report be commenced to follow up on corruption. p.s. Move because they will find you after you do all this lol. p.p.s. Screenshot/scan of the ticket?

I live a mile away from him. Believe it. I'm going to court today over expired tags too. Wish me luck!

[Chimmike]

When you ask for the video/audio, you need to do it in writing, check the Ohio public records access laws, so that you follow the request guidelines in the statue to a tee. If you do that and they fail to comply, you can use that against them in court and probably get sanctions on them for failing to comply.

Second, check the laws regarding the cop showing his name/badge number. This is a big issue because you could think he is impersonating and feel unsafe, especially at 2am. He cannot deny he didn't provide that because you don't have it anywhere in legible writing. Do your homework on all the statutes and be prepared.

[mwcraven]

I dont know what to say other than good luck and it sucks you have to go through this. Dont know if i would go 3mph over anymore though...

[WhoIsJeremy]

Good luck, dude. You seem to know what you need to do.

In for audio recording of court case.

[thomas_cory2000]

Originally Posted by eppopipe So I got a ticket tonight at 2am for going "73 in a 50" I also got a ticket for "Driving Unsafe Vehicle". I was told snow tires are not a stock part and are NOT aloud on ohio roads. Ordnance 33701A. I was not speeding. I do have snow tires installed. Before I left where I was before I got pulled over I watched a cop sit in front of my car and my buddies car and write down both of our licence plate numbers. The ticket also says that there was "moderate/heavy" traffic. Are you fucking kidding me? Its 2am. Anybody know a good lawyer in ohio? This is BS. Edit- I did assert my rights after the ticket was given. The cop would NOT show me the radar or his badge number nor name. I was told to quit watching NYPD blue because thats just crap on TV.

His name and badge # are on the bottom of the ticket, and snow/studded tires are aloud in Ohio on certain months - I belive that started some time back in November...what the fuck town was this in bec I think I'd like to call that PD and tell that officer what a fuck he is for going far above and beyond a simple speeding ticket - so no offense, either your lying out your ass or the cop is a dumb mother fucker, btw I am a cop - in Ohio lol

[Chimmike]

Originally Posted by thomas_cory2000 His name and badge # are on the bottom of the ticket, and snow/studded tires are aloud in Ohio on certain months - I belive that started some time back in November...what the fuck town was this in bec I think I'd like to call that PD and tell that officer what a fuck he is for going far above and beyond a simple speeding ticket - so no offense, either your lying out your ass or the cop is a dumb mother fucker, btw I am a cop - in Ohio lol

so THAT'S why you're such a big asshole

[Raider]

You know it is in the midwest, when cop comes up with NYPD Blue for a cop show. Probably rocks a mullet, wears acid-washed tight jeans and drive a Firebird.

[MZR165]

Aurora Police Phone #'s and email addresses

Seth Riewaldt
Chief of Police
(330) 562-8181
riewaldts@auroraoh.com

Full Name Job Title Business Phone E-mail Address
Rob Hagquist Lieutenant (330) 562-8181 hagquistr@auroraoh.com
Don Johnson Lieutenant (330)562-8181 johnsond@auroraoh.com
Jennifer Sweet Records (330) 562-6330 Recordsclerks@auroaoh.com
Sue Wright Administrative Assistant (330) 995-5192 wrights@auroraoh.com

[MZR165]

I remember coming into Ohio this past year during the night, about 11:00 PM. I was cruising along on Hwy 70 East of Columbus doing about 15mph over the posted prima facie limits. All of a sudden a police officer drives up beside me out of nowhere and flashes his lights. I roll down my window and he says, on the speaker, "dad, can you slow it down a little! Your a little bit over the posted limits. Thank You" I gave him a thumbs up and backed off!! Kudos to that police officer!! @thomas_cory2000, that wasn't you was it? If it was....Thanks

[JTMS3]

Originally Posted by Raider You know it is in the midwest, when cop comes up with NYPD Blue for a cop show. Probably rocks a mullet, wears acid-washed tight jeans and drive a Firebird.

in IL they don't rock mullets anymore, the rest seems accurate but you forgot the Ray-ban's they still will not let die.

[thomas_cory2000]

Originally Posted by MZR165 I remember coming into Ohio this past year during the night, about 11:00 PM. I was cruising along on Hwy 70 East of Columbus doing about 15mph over the posted prima facie limits. All of a sudden a police officer drives up beside me out of nowhere and flashes his lights. I roll down my window and he says, on the speaker, "dad, can you slow it down a little! Your a little bit over the posted limits. Thank You" I gave him a thumbs up and backed off!! Kudos to that police officer!! @thomas_cory2000, that wasn't you was it? If it was....Thanks

HAHA, no it wasnt me lol

[MZR165]

Originally Posted by thomas_cory2000 HAHA, no it wasnt me lol

I'll be coming through again end of March on my way to Las Vegas for a Dept of Transportation Convention. Please look the other way as I casually drive through Ohio! Thanks a bunch.

[Mizzle]

How did we get all those funniest police videos if they don't keep the recording?

lol

They're lying. They might not have to give it to you (I dunno,) but they're definitely full of shit on the tape. What if someone accused him of rape? I bet that recording would show up fast as fuck.

[Stealth01]

Originally Posted by Mizzle How did we get all those funniest police videos if they don't keep the recording? lol They're lying. They might not have to give it to you (I dunno,) but they're definitely full of shit on the tape. What if someone accused him of rape? I bet that recording would show up fast as fuck.

Yeah, I guarantee that encounter was recorded. Now, whether or not it was erased afterward is another story.

I would ask to see written department policy on the use of dash cams during stops. My guess is it says to record ALL OF THEM. He would once again be in violation of dept policy.

[socks]

I only know for a few cities in North Carolina (Charlotte, Concord, Huntersville, and Cornelius), but in these cities, any time the blue lights go on, video is being recorded. A step further, in Cornelius, officers have control of the audio, but if the blue lights are on, video still runs.

Like ^he said though, thats all on a VHS, so what happens after the video is recorded is all up to "discretion" and "policy"

[Matx]

Originally Posted by quattro1.8t03 If he's doing his job correctly the calibration records of the unit should be logged with his dispatch records. In most states these are public records and can be requested at the local station or court house. We test our guns before issue and at turn in, it's then logged in the book by the receiving individual and the gun bunny inside the cage. Vehicle mounted units usually have the same format. It's supose to ensure proper detection with the unit. Even if he signed his name unclearly, all tickets are tracked once assigned a number. I have seen digital summons, and ticket books. More than likely a ticket book is assigned to an officer, between x number and x number he/she is responsible for. When one fails to show up, the officer is usually questioned, most will even turn in mistakes to keep from looking like they are hiding stuff. I agree, get smart on the laws, get the certification records for the car or unit, usually the officers training records are public record as well, depends on how much digging you want to do. If it turns out that they are not certified to use that unit or it wasn't calibrated properly for the weather/road conditions, you might win. Most people don't know that there are set spefications to running radar/lazer. Corners, hills, and other man made issues have to be factored in. He might not have wanted to show you the unit, because they usually show the patrol cars speed as well. Food for thought. Good luck with it all. They are right about the lawyer being expensive, but it might pay off in the end.

Well if you calibrate your guns at your station and dont send them out to a third party for calibration then your doing it wrong. law stated that you have to send them out to get calibrated.
and make sure you request ALL of the calibration records for every gun they have, if your going to

[forcedinduktion]

I feel your pain. Been fucked by cops multiple times for bs. BTW there is no "quota." Goodluck.

[WhoIsJeremy]

The "quota" depends on certain areas. I know for a fact, Baltimore City has a quota. I've worked with city swat team members on side jobs and played paintball with them in practice scenarios. We've had many discussions about this. I've been told Baltimore County doesn't have quotas. Just food for thought.

[snOhio]

Man you need to get the fuck out of that part of Ohio. The cops in those suburbs up there are straight up dickbags.

Sadly I think you're better off with a lawyer for this one. Can you FOIA the dashcam vid?

[eppopipe]

Im so pissed at talking about this.
Lets watch this instead, seems to put me in a better mood.

Dub FX 18/04/2009 'Flow' feat. Woodnote - YouTube

Dub FX 18/04/2009 'Flow' feat. Woodnote - YouTube

[eppopipe]

Court on monday. guess its just the first one though...
Go in say not guilty get the next date and all that.

[SweetJP]

@eppopipe You go to court yet? Keep us posted.

[Etipp98]

@eppopipe is afraid to drive now.
tapatawk

[Tadweezy]

there should be a court date on the ticket that you can go and fight. if so you go if that cop does not appear charges are usally dismissed. but get a lawyer just in case