Traffic enforcement is a priority area for Municipal Enforcement Officers because it is directly related to public safety.
Officers often stop drivers for things like speeding – especially in school zones, failing to stop at stop signs or red lights, using a restricted electronic device, failing to stop at controlled crosswalks, failure to yield to emergency vehicles, failing to wear a seat belt, no registration and/or insurance, expired and/or suspended driver’s licenses and many other things.
Officers can also stop people they suspect of operating a vehicle while being adversely affected by alcohol, drugs or fatigue. Officers have the authority to suspend a driver's license for up to 24 hours, if they reasonably believe a person's ability to operate a vehicle is negatively affected.
What to do if you are stopped
- Find a safe place to stop, try to avoid corners, hills, or intersections
- Remain calm and stay in your vehicle, unless directed otherwise
- Provide all requested documentation/information to the officer
- Do not leave or drive away until the officer advises that you can
- Ask the officer questions if you are unsure of something