Got stopped at a dui check point.

[Magdave]

And all I had to do was show my license ( not registration and insurance that was in my frunk) and answer questions. They wanted to know all about the bike and said they really wanted to ride one. It was 40deg and I was suited up. They got me on the way back too as I was taking something to my wife at work round trip and it was on the only street to my house. Same treatment. Just told me to go around the car in front of me. They got 15oz of pot, 1 dui and 4 arrests even after it was announced where and when 24hrs in advance. Some people just do not learn. Good to know the cops like Spyders:thumbup:

 

[ARtraveler]

:2thumbs:

 

[Chupaca]

Even better..!!

you were sober and well informed about the world of roadsters..!! :roflblack:

 

[jcthorne]

Yeah, been through one of those checkpoints several times. The initial conversation is all about profiling you, much like at a security checkpoint. If you are having a friendly and rational conversation, not much happens past that. If not, they suspect and look further. Be polite, friendly and open, they really are not looking for personal information, just the conversation.

 

[Bob Denman]

They're out there; on the job, and trying to keep the roads safer for the rest of us... :2thumbs:
Here's to getting through it unscathed! :cheers:
Ooh... :shocked: Was that in poor taste??? :roflblack:

 

[maww12]

Ya know I never understood why they post or announce where there gonna be in advance. Hopefully someone here can enlighten me as to why. Don't mean to hijack this thread just thought I'd ask seeing as how it was brought up anyway.

 

[condorflysu]

I enjoy spot stops

I have been stopped 3 time for RIDE spot checks (dui stops) from Spring to now ... The one time the young officer could not let me go without asking 100+ questions, nothing about drinking just the same questions everyone has about Spyder's:f_spider:. He asked.. you married? How'd you convince the wife? :shemademe_smilie:

 

[SteveMac]

Ya know I never understood why they post or announce where there gonna be in advance. Hopefully someone here can enlighten me as to why. Don't mean to hijack this thread just thought I'd ask seeing as how it was brought up anyway.

As far as I know, they don't announce it around here. At least I have never seen an announcement. It may very well be that in some areas, there is some obscure legal precedent that dictates an announcement. It would take more digging than I am willing to do.

I agree with Bob, I am glad they are on the job and checking. Now if they would just get more proactive about treating texting drivers (which I feel is an even bigger problem than drunk driving) with an iron fist, I'd be even more happy. :doorag:

 

[MouthPiece]

As far as I know, they don't announce it around here. At least I have never seen an announcement. It may very well be that in some areas, there is some obscure legal precedent that dictates an announcement. It would take more digging than I am willing to do.

I agree with Bob, I am glad they are on the job and checking. Now if they would just get more proactive about treating texting drivers (which I feel is an even bigger problem than drunk driving) with an iron fist, I'd be even more happy. :doorag:

BINGO!!!!!!!!!

​Chris

 

[Oldmanzues]

In some states like Ohio, it the law they have to announce check points so far in advance. There are signs saying, speed limit strickly enforced, signs that warn of red light/speed cameras, handicap signs are not enough/there has to be a sign stating the fine or the ticket is invalid.
One lawyer ( I thank a lawmaker) that his defense in Court was Stop sign are only advirsory , not manditory.
One lawmaker complained and made a city stop enforcing the speed trap (Passed a State of some kind, forget what). A clearly marked 35MPH zone through town. It was ilegal because it was between two 55 mph zones.
Wonder why our Country is so screwed up ???????
Oldmanzues

 

[Bob Denman]

Orrrr .... They announce it so that anybody who's sober enough to remember, can find another less-invasive route home??? :dontknow:
Either way... :2thumbs:

 

[bruiser]

They don't announce them here in the Old North State. Few months back we were on a poker run, 50 bikes came up on a checkpoint. Yep, they stopped everyone of us. DL check and current sticker on plate. None of us moved until everyone was checked. Pissed the cops off because we waited. One of the guys sent a text to the RC for the next group. There were 80 bikes in that group. They took a different route. I'll say this, don't ever turn around if you see a checkpoint. They will come after you.

Anyone ever see a Federal checkpoint? That's another story.

 

[captblack]

If they were stopping everyone (cars, trucks, bikes, etc.) it is a good thing. If they were focusing only on bikes, notify your local ABATE chapter with the date, location and details. There are places that use these types of stops aimed at bikers and then hand out tickets for minor or non-existent infractions. The love to set these up in the middle of poker runs, thinking that riders will be drinking at each stop.

Can you say 'profiling' ? We should never drink and ride but we should also be treated just like everyone else. Personally, I would love to see them inspect each driver's cell phone and arrest them it they found recent texting ...

 

[bullant12]

That is why I have it in my signature May all your encounters with the law begin with the words: "nice trike!".

 

[Magdave]

If they were stopping everyone (cars, trucks, bikes, etc.) it is a good thing. If they were focusing only on bikes, notify your local ABATE chapter with the date, location and details. There are places that use these types of stops aimed at bikers and then hand out tickets for minor or non-existent infractions. The love to set these up in the middle of poker runs, thinking that riders will be drinking at each stop.

Can you say 'profiling' ? We should never drink and ride but we should also be treated just like everyone else. Personally, I would love to see them inspect each driver's cell phone and arrest them it they found recent texting ...

It was everyone and I was the quickest one to be let loose. Maybe cause I am an old fart.:clap:

 

[SPYD3R]

warrentless stop n searches are AGAINST the CONSTITUTION..... who's going to arrest those cops....????? this :cus: needs to STOP....

 

[KAPike]

In our county they advise with two HUGE orange signs..."Seat Belt Enforcement Zone Ahead" and then "Buckle Up, It's the Law"
Then about a mile down the road a police officer or trooper is standing outside a marker police car with a radio. He looks into your car as you go by. He radio's to the line of police cars a block down the road which cars to pull over.

So you get two HUGE warnings and a mile to buckle up and you wouldn't believe the cars pulled over. Sorry, but you can't fix stupid. :banghead:

They use the funds collected from these tickets to fund grants that departments apply for to do these DUI and Seat Belt Enforcement check points. So it's self funding.

 

[KAPike]

warrentless stop n searches are AGAINST the CONSTITUTION..... who's going to arrest those cops....????? this :cus: needs to STOP....

In 1990, the U.S. Supreme Court determined that, despite their “intrusion on individual liberties,” being stopped in a DUI checkpoint does not violate a person’s Fourth Amendment’s protection from unreasonable searches and seizures.

 

[SNOOPY]

warrentless stop n searches are AGAINST the CONSTITUTION..... who's going to arrest those cops....????? this :cus: needs to STOP....

I like this thought and think cops have better things to do. :shocked:

 

[ArsonInvest]

warrentless stop n searches are AGAINST the CONSTITUTION..... who's going to arrest those cops....????? this :cus: needs to STOP....

Looks like someone needs to read up on Constitutional Law on DL and DWI check points....and what the Supreme Court has ruled on these stops....