Can I ask for evidence of speeding?

Yes. However, on the vast majority of cases, there is no obligation upon the Police to disclose evidence until the case gets to Court. That said, if you persevere, you should be able to obtain same from the Police on a voluntary basis.

How far away is a radar gun accurate?

Detection range can be as low as 100 feet or less to over a mile. A radar may track a distant large vehicle instead of a closer small vehicle without any indication to the operator which vehicle the radar is tracking.

What should I do if a police officer pulls me over?

Just indicate to the police officer that you’re trying to comply. Police officers require reasonable suspicion to pull you over. Typically, police officers require a reason to pull you over, like speeding or having a broken taillight. That’s typically called reasonable suspicion, or the cop suspects you’ve broken a driving law.

How far can a police officer see your speed?

The speed that is displayed on the device is supposed to be correct to within 1 MPH, and this also gives the police officer the distance between your vehicle and his/her car to 1/10th of a foot. What Should I Do In Case I Have Been Pulled Over By An Officer With A Radar Unit?

Can a police officer write you a speeding ticket for no reason?

Yes, an officer can write you a speeding ticket based upon his observation alone. The prosecution has to prove that the officer has sufficient “expertise” to determine whether the car was going in excess of the speed limit. Generally, the officer will testify that: He has been a police officer for more than 5 years.

Can a speeding driver check the radar when pulled over?

Generally, speeding motorists are not entitled legally to check the radar when pulled over. In case you ask the officer to show you the radar device, he/she will usually show you as a form of courtesy, or sometimes to deter any future speeding but it is not required of the officer to do so.