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For several years, traffic enforcement in British Columbia was on the decline. The RCMP were even more short staffed during the pandemic. In Vancouver, the city government shifted priorities, and many of the most experienced traffic officers retired. Dedicated traffic enforcement units that were onc … Read more »

One of the most enduring stories about traffic tickets is that they can be “thrown out.” People repeat it as though the ticket itself gets torn up, erased, or dismissed the moment someone raises a minor defect. The reality in British Columbia is far less dramatic. There is no such thing as a ticket … Read more »

One of the most important and least understood concepts in speed enforcement is tracking history. It appears in training materials and in courtrooms. The meaning is generally simple, but it becomes more complex in real-world applications. What Is Tracking History? Tracking history is the process by … Read more »

The Misconception: Traffic Tickets Are No Big Deal It’s a common belief that traffic tickets aren’t a big deal. People think youcan just show up to court, tell your side of the story, and walk away with areduced fine—or better yet, that the officer won’t show up and the ticket willbe tossed. But tra … Read more »

Every spring without fail police in BC announce seasonal enforcement blitzes. Surrey’s latest campaign is no exception. The Surrey police announced a one-day enforcement blitz focused on three offences: electronic device, speeding, and red-light violations. But is it really a crackdown? Because it s … Read more »