Traffic

Traffic

Q. Can I dispute a speeding ticket at the police station?

A. NO. Directions on disputing a citation are printed on the reverse side of the citation.

Q. When do I need to file a traffic accident report?

A. Every person operating a motor vehicle which is involved in an accident in which any person is killed, injured or in which there is damage in excess of one thousand dollars to any one vehicle or other property shall, within five days after such accident, report in writing to the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles on a form and a copy shall be sent to the police having jurisdiction on the road where the accident occurred.

Q. What do I do if I am stopped by a Police Officer?

A. Use your directional to signal to the officer that you intend to stop. Try to stop in a reasonable location, away from an intersection or driveway. Stop your vehicle as far out of the lane of traffic as possible. Stay in your vehicle unless asked otherwise by the officer. If the stop is at night, turn on the vehicle's interior light. Keep your hands in view at all times, preferably on the steering wheel. Wait for the officer to request your license and registration. Police officers are trained to ask for identification prior to providing an explanation for the stop. Give the officer a chance to explain why you were stopped. If you are issued a citation, do not argue with the officer. If you feel that the citation was wrongly issued, the proper procedure is to request a hearing by following the directions on the reverse side of the citation.

Q. How can I obtain a copy of a record or report?

A. You should fill out a copy of the Boxborough Police Department's Records Request Form. If your insurance company has asked you to obtain a copy of an officers' accident report, kindly inform your agent that they should make the request and send the appropriate fee to the police department.