AboutMike Martin Expertise I have been a certified Police Officer for 33 years. While I cannot answer legal questions (I am not a lawyer, just a cop) I can answer questions related to proper police procedures and techniques. I cannot answer questions involving employment qualifications. Each department is different. You will need to check with the department where you wish to apply.
Expert: Mike Martin Date: 7/27/2007 Subject: Radar procedures for speeding
Question Hello. I would like to know if the police car containing the radar gun is required to be still (parked) at the moment the speed is checked. I got a ticket the other day for speeding, but my radar detector didn't beep until after the officer turned around to pull me over. Can an officer use radar while his car is moving? That is my question. Thank you.
Answer Yes, it is known as moving radar. Also, you can be clocked from the front or back of the patrol car. And the antenna is off until the officer turns it on and the radar is not emiting a signal until then. When the radar detector beeps its too late. You're had.
