FAQ

What should I do if pulled over?

Remain courteous, but do not divulge too much information.  If an officer pulls you over, he or she will generally ask to see your driver's license, the registration of the vehicle, and proof that the vehicle is insured. You must comply with these requests. Drivers should pull their documents out slowly and hand them to the officer. If the officer asks if you know the reason for the stop, while it is important to be polite and honest, it also makes sense to be careful about admitting too much, since any admissions may be used against you in a later proceeding.


What if I don't believe I was going that fast?

It's possible the radar was picking up another vehicle. It's also possible that the radar unit was being operated improperly.


Will errors on the ticket result in the charges being dropped?

Courts will often excuse minor errors on a ticket. A misspelled name, incorrect address, or difference in opinion on whether your car is aqua or green in color will not result in a dismissed ticket. Conversely, a major error such as citing the wrong statute, radically misidentifying your vehicle or listing the wrong highway as the site of the violation should provide justification to dismiss the ticket.


If I prove my speedometer was defective when I was stopped for speeding, will the court dismiss the ticket?

No. The court might consider it a mitigating circumstance, but it's likely you will still be found guilty.


How does police radar work?

Radar works by sending out pulses or a continuous signal of radio waves and "listening" for the reflection. A changed frequency indicates motion. Most police forces use radar for measuring speed and enforcing speed limits. Some defendants have, however, been able to successfully challenge radar readings in court.


How does laser detection work?

LIDAR (light detection and ranging) uses laser light to judge the change in distance from the unit to the targeted car, allowing for calculation of the car's speed. The usual target of the laser is the vehicle's license plate, which is easy to see and is a good reflector. LIDAR, unlike radar, is very hard to detect by in car devices.


How many points will be put on my license?

In Ohio points are assigned based on the offence committed.  A judge has no discretion on whether or not to assign points.  The number of points you will receive if you plead guilty or are convicted of various offences are listed below:

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