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1
Q

Once the violator is properly stopped the how far shall the patrol vehicle
be positioned?

A

12-15 feet to the rear of the violators vehicle and angled slightly to the left; spotlight optional

2
Q

Which Transportation Article Authorizes the issuance of traffic citations for violations indicated within the subsection?

A

TA 26-201

3
Q

Following the vehicle at a constant interval for an adequate distance

A

Preferably a minimum of 2 tenths of a mile

4
Q

All MDTA patrol vehicles must be calibrated how often?

A

Semi annually every 3 months for accurate readings

5
Q

The Detachment RADAR/LIDAR coordinator will complete the operator’s certification checklist form

A

No later than 30 days prior to expiration date of the operators certification

6
Q

Radar/LIDAR recertification

Operators will be re certified how often?

A

Every 3 years

Operators must pass a practical exam given by detachment radar LIDAR coordinator

7
Q

DUI/DWI Administration per se Law

A

Is authorized to confiscate the Maryland Drivers License at the time of arrest

8
Q

Upon request the results of PBT may be given to driver after they submit to an intoximetor or blood alcohol test , or has refused any type of test alcohol and the how long limit has expired

A

2 two hour time limit

9
Q

An attorney may wish to administer a preliminary breath test or another type of breath test on the arrestee prior to a decision to take or refuse a test , the court has ruled that such test cannot be prohibited. However what’s the expectation to the policy?

A

Under no circumstances will MDTA equipment be used for the independent test.

10
Q

Intoxicated person shall be taken to the detachment where who will make a determination of release

A

Shift supervisor will make determination based on condition of the intoxicating person

11
Q

The detachment shift commander and arresting officer will consider the following in the decision whether or not to release.

A

Has no prior FTA offense in the last 5 years , MD resident, degree of intoxication , no prior dui dwi in the last 5 years , sober responsible adult will take custody of accused

12
Q

Departmental motor vehicle collisions / the office of procurement and fleet services will be emailed a copy of the packet including photos in what time period ?

A

5 days of the collision

13
Q

Abandoned According to Maryland Vehicle Law TA?

Is defined as any motor vehicle trailer or semi trailer that?

A

25-201
Is inoperable and left unattended on public property for more than 48 hours
Has remained illegally parked on public property for more 48 hours .
Has remained on private property more than 48 hours W/o owners or person in control of property consent.