Reply #214: Yes, I write tickets... [View All]

[SouthernDem2004]

I am not a Traffic Officer but my patrol car is equipped with radar. Tailgating is not to get someone to speed. He is probably running your tag and watching to make sure you are not DUI.

Quota systems are illegal. Now that does not mean that Officers do not have pressure to write tickets. If a Traffic Officer only writes 12 tickets in a week it is obvious they are not doing their job. There are no quotas but the number of tickets does demonstrate productivity.

Vehicle color does not matter. I would suggest staying out of the fast lane though. Only stay in the fast lane long enough to pass a vehicle.

Yes, we are running your tag when we are behind you. :)

Do we have beats? Depends... Traffic Officers generally do not although they are often assigned to general areas. Patrol has beats but it depends on the agency how strict they are. At my department I can patrol the beat I am assigned and the ones around it.

Hmmm, carjacking... You certainly would want to get an Officer's attention but not in a manner that would alert the suspect. I have no real suggestions on this. Just keep your doors locked and drive off if someone approaches your car. Run a light if need be.

Peace