sakage.shinga Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Hi guys, My brother was driving home from Richmond today after work, going soutbound on highway 91. He noticed this police vehicle parked in the median facing his direction as he drove by, but there were no officers outside the vehicle holding radar guns. I told him it's most likely radar nonetheless and he told me he was going over the limit as he was basically following the speed of the cars in front of him (somewhere between 10-30 over posted, most likely 15-20 though). He didn't see a flash or anything, but I'm not so sure there would've been one. Can he expect a ticket in this case? If so, how much? And are there are things that they might slap with with? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Danthecanucksfan Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Usually a cop will only give a ticket if you go 10-15 over posted, otherwise its not worth their time. So I would say yes, he could have gotten a ticket, and I dont know where my ICBC booklet went, but im sure its around $125 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTania Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Slow down when you spot a police car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denguin Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Hi guys, My brother was driving home from Richmond today after work, going soutbound on highway 91. He noticed this police vehicle parked in the median facing his direction as he drove by, but there were no officers outside the vehicle holding radar guns. I told him it's most likely radar nonetheless and he told me he was going over the limit as he was basically following the speed of the cars in front of him (somewhere between 10-30 over posted, most likely 15-20 though). He didn't see a flash or anything, but I'm not so sure there would've been one. Can he expect a ticket in this case? If so, how much? And are there are things that they might slap with with? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xbox Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 I've never heard of this before. I've only ever heard of a police officer holding the radar gun and pinning you right away for speeding. Not sure on your question, but I do know how to fight a ticket if you get one. (Ontario, so it may be different) Cops almost never show up in court if you chose that route. If you really want a ticket gone legally, that's the best way to do it. 9 out of 10 times, you'll win by default because there will be no cop to testify against you. That's because it takes around a year after the ticket for the actual court date and the cop will not care about some minor speeding ticket (for a ticket to be considered "Minor" the ticket has to be 49km/over or under. 50+ is categorized as street racing and is a major offence) given a long time ago. Not sure if you guys in BC have a choice to speak with a third party mediator within a week to talk about the ticket, if you do, DO NOT go that route. Almost never works. 3 options you should receive (if it is the same) 1) Pay the ticket 100% and be done with it 2) Take it to court 3) 3rd party mediator Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opmac Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Speed limit cameras were made illegal in 2001. The only way they can give you a ticket is if they pull you over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canucks#01fan Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Unless they give a ticket to every car that was speeding, which is highly unlikely, he wont get a ticket Unlike the NHL they cannot pick one guy out of a crowd and give them a ticket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Heffy Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Speed limit cameras were made illegal in 2001. The only way they can give you a ticket is if they pull you over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tortorella's Rant Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 By the way, those dicks at @ the 264th overpass. Usually on a Friday so don't get caught speeding there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theo5789 Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 By the way, those dicks at @ the 264th overpass. Usually on a Friday so don't get caught speeding there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schlaBAM Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Dicks? You mean the ones trying to make the roads safer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhinogator Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Going 20 over the limit isn't going to hurt anybody. I hope you aren't one of those idiots that "enforces the law" in the fast lane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schlaBAM Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 that's like saying one or two shots of drinks over the limit isn't going to hurt anybody. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theo5789 Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Going 20 over the limit isn't going to hurt anybody. I hope you aren't one of those idiots that "enforces the law" in the fast lane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canucklax Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Its a lot safer to go with the flow of traffic than to be a moving roadblock at the speed limit Besides, in my experience while in canada most people sped Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danthecanucksfan Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Lol whenever I drive I just do double the posted limit, probably shouldnt, but im starting to drive a little slower. And no im not exaggerating. I have a need for speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denguin Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Actually going 20 over the speed limit can hurt somebody, that's why there are posted speed limits in the first place. However, I understand going the flow of the traffic. Unfortunately rules are still rules and if you get caught breaking the law, then the only one to blame is yourself. Calling the law enforcement dicks and idiots is clear disrespect to people who are only trying to look out for your safety. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sakage.shinga Posted July 20, 2013 Author Share Posted July 20, 2013 On that particular stretch of 91, I have NEVER observed cars doing the posted limit of 90. It's always 100+ minimum. In fact, the first time I drove on that highway (right when I first got my L), I observed the limit and got tailgated the whole way. Now I know why. I only wish those driving centres would actually teach you HOW TO DRIVE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theo5789 Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 That only applies for speeds around 30 km/h vs 50 km/h. Getting hit by a car doing 100 km/h instead of 80 km/h won't make a whole lot of difference. I say as long as you're not reckless, there's no harm in going ~25 km/h over the speed limit on a regular basis. I'd rather have smart drivers who speed rather than overly cautious drivers who follow every single rule to the letter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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