Tips on NOT getting a traffic ticket

Posted on September 28th, 2007 in Police Officer by surfindad

As promised, here (in my opinion) are the best tips to help you avoid getting a ticket. Again, I can only vouch for the “good” cops as I’m not able to think like a “bad” cop. Additionally, cops are human and sometimes you’re subject to harsher treatment because of a prior call, problems at home, menstrual cycle, etc.

I’m not going to get into the whole “Don’t speed and you won’t get a ticket” discussion as it is too much of a “duh!” thought process. Let’s just assumed that you did something and you’ve already been pulled over.

I also need to establish the caveat that sometimes the officer has zero discretion. If we’re out there at the direction of our supervisor due to resident complaints or accidents, we’ve probably been told that it’s “zero tolerance.” That essentially means everybody gets a ticket “period” or you face the wrath of your supervisor.

Here, as a police officer, are my tips on how to greatly improve your odds on not getting cited:

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Why did I write you a ticket?

Posted on September 27th, 2007 in Police Officer by surfindad

I’m glad you asked!

First, keep in mind that Police Officers come in all shapes, sizes, and varieties. Some are truly knights in shining armor, some are heartless, unhappy, mean individuals. Despite all the screening processes in place, I’m sad to say that a few bad apples slip through.

Here are the common responses I receive when I write a ticket and my response to each:

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