Pulled Over ALREADY!!!
CF Senior Member
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From: Tucson Arizona
The dealer won't let a car leave the lot here in NY/NJ unless it has a front plate on it. That's what my dealer (Potamkin Chevy) in NYC told me.
I think it's for the traffic cameras as much as anything..if you run a light etc..and the camera takes your picture, and you have no front plate, you can't get sent a ticket.
I think it's for the traffic cameras as much as anything..if you run a light etc..and the camera takes your picture, and you have no front plate, you can't get sent a ticket.
You have NOTHING to lose if the statement you made was in fact, true.
I would fight it. If you lose, who cares...You got your point across to the judge that her demeanor as a officer of the law is unprofessional. Her "opinion" was not warranted and it was more a perceived threat of "I'll be looking for you."
I had a ***** cop cite me once for parking half way up on a curb (soft shoulder sidewalk) out of force of habit from the city I lived in Germany where it was authorized and LEGAL. I tried to explain my inconvenient parking and he could care less. I took it to court and explained my circumstaces, professionally, and also included the entire conversation, as verbatim as possible....It was DISMISSED!
I walked out smiling.
The cop was a *****. All had he just let me explain, and he may have understood.
So, take your chances.....Go to court.
Funny thing is, this was for my SUV, not my Vette. I have NEVER got pulled over in my Vette yet, and it is loud and attention getting...But never had a problem in the Vette.
I would fight it. If you lose, who cares...You got your point across to the judge that her demeanor as a officer of the law is unprofessional. Her "opinion" was not warranted and it was more a perceived threat of "I'll be looking for you."
I had a ***** cop cite me once for parking half way up on a curb (soft shoulder sidewalk) out of force of habit from the city I lived in Germany where it was authorized and LEGAL. I tried to explain my inconvenient parking and he could care less. I took it to court and explained my circumstaces, professionally, and also included the entire conversation, as verbatim as possible....It was DISMISSED!
I walked out smiling.
The cop was a *****. All had he just let me explain, and he may have understood.
So, take your chances.....Go to court.
Funny thing is, this was for my SUV, not my Vette. I have NEVER got pulled over in my Vette yet, and it is loud and attention getting...But never had a problem in the Vette.
Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '11-'12-'13-'14-'15-'16-'17
So i just got my vette 2 days ago and already i got pulled over today!
I just got the car and havnt had a chance to get a front licence plate braket so i didnt have a front plate on, but i had it displayed in my windsheild...
so the cop pulls me over and i told her that i just imported the vehicle 2 days ago and havnt got the plate braket yet and she replys with " ya you know how many times ive heard that?" lol
she ended up giving me a ticket for 110$ and said that shes giving me the ticket to insure that i do get the modification done...
and she even had the nerve to say " your gonna keep getting pullled over in this car just so you know"
i replied " bring it" lol and then said " happy cinco de mayo" lol
so ya i got a 110$ ticket now! @#$%
I just got the car and havnt had a chance to get a front licence plate braket so i didnt have a front plate on, but i had it displayed in my windsheild...
so the cop pulls me over and i told her that i just imported the vehicle 2 days ago and havnt got the plate braket yet and she replys with " ya you know how many times ive heard that?" lol
she ended up giving me a ticket for 110$ and said that shes giving me the ticket to insure that i do get the modification done...
and she even had the nerve to say " your gonna keep getting pullled over in this car just so you know"
i replied " bring it" lol and then said " happy cinco de mayo" lol
so ya i got a 110$ ticket now! @#$%
And NEVER give an officer sass. Your mouth to the LEO was a dumb mistake. Telling an officer to "Bring it." is like waving red at a bull. They sure as hell will. Over, and over, and over.
Regards.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Sep 2009
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From: Minnetrista Minnesota
I know the feeling. Pulled over twice in the same day on the same Hwy for no front plate in Minnesota. Both Hwy Patrols were decent, gave me a warning and said, get your front plate on.
I like the off-set bracket from ZIP, and you can remove it in 3 seconds:
I like the off-set bracket from ZIP, and you can remove it in 3 seconds:
Instructor
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 148
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From: Cornwall
I just got pulled over on my bike. I just picked up my sticker for my plate. Sticker was in my wallet and got a $110.00 ticket for it not being on my plate. Cop told me no more warnings for stuff like this.
Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '11-'12-'13-'14-'15-'16-'17
In Illinois, we have a front plate requirement, but 90% of Corvette owners do not install them. We are exposed to a ticket, but most owners take the chance.
I do have a Top Flight Reproductions front plate bracket that I may mount once the weather warms up. It allows the plate to be removed with a couple of easy-off nuts for shows, etc. Looks good, and I will leave the plate off for every day use.
I currently get more attention from police due to my Bloomington Gold license plate issued by IL. Since the plate was issued several days ago, I have been tailed by LEOs for two or three miles, I presume while they call the plate in to ID it.
Regards.
I do have a Top Flight Reproductions front plate bracket that I may mount once the weather warms up. It allows the plate to be removed with a couple of easy-off nuts for shows, etc. Looks good, and I will leave the plate off for every day use.
I currently get more attention from police due to my Bloomington Gold license plate issued by IL. Since the plate was issued several days ago, I have been tailed by LEOs for two or three miles, I presume while they call the plate in to ID it.
Regards.
Instructor
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From: Canton GA
Instructor
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From: Texas
Bummer!! I am guessing having the front plate in the window drew attention to it. That sucks!
Had mine with no license plate for 2 months now. I have passed my share of police cars. I cringe every time though hoping they are distracted by the vehicle and not notice.
My hubby finally ordered removable, front plate brackets from Top Flight Reproductions for both his and mine. Just came today. Not thrilled about having to have a front plate but at least I can take it off when I want very easily.
Had mine with no license plate for 2 months now. I have passed my share of police cars. I cringe every time though hoping they are distracted by the vehicle and not notice.
My hubby finally ordered removable, front plate brackets from Top Flight Reproductions for both his and mine. Just came today. Not thrilled about having to have a front plate but at least I can take it off when I want very easily.
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Jul 2010
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From: Syracuse New York
The dealer won't let a car leave the lot here in NY/NJ unless it has a front plate on it. That's what my dealer (Potamkin Chevy) in NYC told me.
I think it's for the traffic cameras as much as anything..if you run a light etc..and the camera takes your picture, and you have no front plate, you can't get sent a ticket.
I think it's for the traffic cameras as much as anything..if you run a light etc..and the camera takes your picture, and you have no front plate, you can't get sent a ticket.
I think I'd find another dealer, I bought mine in NY state, and the dealer asked if I wanted the front plate bracket mounted on the car (of course I said no), and put it in the hatch with all the normal paperwork. The majority of red light cams shoot the REAR plate on cars, and the EZPass gets its info from the transponder mounted in the vehicle.
Drifting
Joined: Aug 2010
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From: wolfeboro nh
Yup and get a standing reservation in that judges court cause you'll be there often and the fines just keep escalating. On the other hand we could fight to change the law so we don't feel like criminals. Remember the 55 MPH speed limit on the Interstates?
Le Mans Master
Joined: Dec 2009
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From: Midwest
So i just got my vette 2 days ago and already i got pulled over today!
I just got the car and havnt had a chance to get a front licence plate braket so i didnt have a front plate on, but i had it displayed in my windsheild...
so the cop pulls me over and i told her that i just imported the vehicle 2 days ago and havnt got the plate braket yet and she replys with " ya you know how many times ive heard that?" lol
she ended up giving me a ticket for 110$ and said that shes giving me the ticket to insure that i do get the modification done...
and she even had the nerve to say " your gonna keep getting pullled over in this car just so you know"
i replied " bring it" lol and then said " happy cinco de mayo" lol
so ya i got a 110$ ticket now! @#$%
I just got the car and havnt had a chance to get a front licence plate braket so i didnt have a front plate on, but i had it displayed in my windsheild...
so the cop pulls me over and i told her that i just imported the vehicle 2 days ago and havnt got the plate braket yet and she replys with " ya you know how many times ive heard that?" lol
she ended up giving me a ticket for 110$ and said that shes giving me the ticket to insure that i do get the modification done...
and she even had the nerve to say " your gonna keep getting pullled over in this car just so you know"
i replied " bring it" lol and then said " happy cinco de mayo" lol
so ya i got a 110$ ticket now! @#$%
Racer
Joined: Jul 2008
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From: Kailua Kona Hawaii
Personally I used to "love" going to court on my day off....Our contract GAR-UN-TEED any PO 8 hr. @ time & a half for showing up in court...]
I had one case that lasted 4 days...driver was found guilty of a lesser charge.. but I still made well over $1500 over and above my regular pay!!
I had one case that lasted 4 days...driver was found guilty of a lesser charge.. but I still made well over $1500 over and above my regular pay!!
We, the taxpayers are being fed upon by parasites called "public servants" !
Last edited by LTVN68; May 6, 2011 at 01:41 AM.
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Pro
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From: Oakridges Ontario
I am gonna go fight the ticket asap.. i guess i am going to have to order a braket or something because a young guy like me (26) in a car like that in bright orange...ALWAYS attracts cops even tho i dont drive like a idiot..or blast the music.
the cop was actually driving the other way on the 4 lane road and just did the complete stare at me as she drove past me then i saw her brake lights come on and about a mile up the road i got the cherrys.
I assume they are just gonna find something else to pull me over for next.. i am thinking my tints or the famous" your licence plate light is out"
ive been pulled over 4 times for " no licence plate light" in my 06 cadillac sts and THERE IS A LIGHT!
they just use that as a excuse and then say "well the light is very low and i couldnt see it" just another bs excuse...
I am guessing that this is just the begining lol
the cop was actually driving the other way on the 4 lane road and just did the complete stare at me as she drove past me then i saw her brake lights come on and about a mile up the road i got the cherrys.
I assume they are just gonna find something else to pull me over for next.. i am thinking my tints or the famous" your licence plate light is out"
ive been pulled over 4 times for " no licence plate light" in my 06 cadillac sts and THERE IS A LIGHT!
they just use that as a excuse and then say "well the light is very low and i couldnt see it" just another bs excuse...
I am guessing that this is just the begining lol
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: W. Covina CA
Personally I used to "love" going to court on my day off....Our contract GAR-UN-TEED any PO 8 hr. @ time & a half for showing up in court...]
I had one case that lasted 4 days...driver was found guilty of a lesser charge.. but I still made well over $1500 over and above my regular pay!!
I had one case that lasted 4 days...driver was found guilty of a lesser charge.. but I still made well over $1500 over and above my regular pay!!
Safety Car
Joined: Nov 2007
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From: Tarpon Springs FL
FL Events Coordinator
...Protect and Serve ....NOT....Being a Police Officer use to be a honorable profession. My best friend is a Road Patrol/K9 Sheriff Deputy. As far as most of them is concerned, it is a "US AGAINST THEM MENTALITY" Some treat a minor traffic infraction the same a Bank Robbery. I know when they pull someone over they never know what they are walking into....but, a NO FRONT PLATE TICKET ON A NEW CAR.....Co'mon, give me a break.
Race Director
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From: Missouri City, TX
Friend of mine and also forum member got a no front plate citation from Texas' Finest the DPS on the very first day of getting his registration and rear plate on his 08Z06. Didn't take long.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Aug 2008
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From: Austin TX
Personally I used to "love" going to court on my day off....Our contract GAR-UN-TEED any PO 8 hr. @ time & a half for showing up in court...]
I had one case that lasted 4 days...driver was found guilty of a lesser charge.. but I still made well over $1500 over and above my regular pay!!
I had one case that lasted 4 days...driver was found guilty of a lesser charge.. but I still made well over $1500 over and above my regular pay!!
Instructor
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Thought it was pretty neat and wondered why the GM parts people didn't make the same for the other cars, figured not many would know it was for a corvette anyways.
I have my historical plate in the back seat though.