Toyota of Dothan Wonders if Drivers Can Really Beat the Radar

Aug 20, 2013

There are many ideas for drivers who want to beat the police radar gun. Toyota of Dothan is exposing radar gun myths that drivers hope will get them out of a speeding ticket. Even though many of the myths are quite comical, none of them will prevent a ticket like slowing down will. What is your favorite radar gun myth?

Myth #1: An officer can’t hide when they are using a radar gun

If an officer is trying to bust speeders, they can sit wherever gives them the best vantage point to nail law breakers. Just because an officer is hiding behind a corner, doesn’t mean he/she can’t give you a ticket for speeding.

Myth #2: Everyday items can block the radar

Many people have interesting ideas to block the police radar gun. Suggestions have been made about using tin foil, dangling CDs and disco balls, and giving a car a matte-black paint job. All of these methods were debunked on an episode of Myth Busters.

Myth #3: The police officer has to show you proof

A police officer is not required to show you proof on their radar gun. In addition to the radar gun, a police officer is trained to identify speeders. If an officer refuses to show you proof, you probably aren’t going to be successful when you use that to fight the ticket in court.

Myth #4: No signature= no ticket

If you don’t sign your ticket, you still have to appear in court or pay the fine. Your signature states that you know you have to show up for court. If you fail to show up because you didn’t sign the citation, a warrant may be issued for your arrest and you will still be responsible for the ticket.