Police Radar News & Articles

Man fights speeding ticket with deer defense

A man fighting a speeding ticket in court had a unique explanation — the officer's radar gun may have picked up a deer

Technology helps Conn. cops catch speeding drivers

In their ongoing effort to slow speeding drivers, police are getting more detailed data, allowing timely enforcement in areas where speeding poses the most danger

A motor cop's guide to probable cause

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Being aware of less obvious mechanical violations, in addition to the easier to recognize violations, will increase your knowledge and ability to contact

Spotlight: MPH Industries provides budget-friendly solutions for police agencies

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The Ranger EZ prevents mistakes and allows for positive identification

W.Va. police department receives federal grant for new radar units

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The $22,237 Byrne JAG grant will be used to buy new radar units for Bluefield police

Video: 'Star Wars' actor engages SC cops in high-speed pursuit

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Police have released video of the high-speed pursuit that occurred last week

'Star Wars' actor arrested after high-speed pursuit

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Deputies say actor Jake Lloyd led them on a high-speed pursuit at speeds of more than 100 mph

Controversy rises over police radars that 'see through walls'

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These radar detectors use radio waves to determine if someone is inside a home and whether they are moving

Why Obama's bodycam initiative won't work

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Some projects can be funded on a one-and-done basis - providing agencies with body cameras is not one of them

Radar-like device helps police detect texting drivers

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The device, which would work much like a radar gun, could differentiate whether the occupants of a vehicle are texting or talking on their phone

Spotlight: DragonEye Technology specializes in speed enforcement

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The company aims to make Lidar units compact enough for field use, but accurate enough for traffic court

JAG grant provides Ala. police with equipment upgrades

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Through-the-wall sensor technology a potential life-saver

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This tool would increase situational awareness in tactical and rescue situations for police and other first responders

Mass. police broadcast 'what it takes to be a cop'

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Videos that debut on the department's social media pages show what the life of a cop is like for aspiring recruits

Ohio courts knocking down construction-zone enforcement penalties

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Newspaper's analysis shows most fines reduced or dismissed for those who go to court; Lt. says officers feel they are being second-guessed by courts, prosecutors

Border Patrol to test surveillance balloons

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Large, tethered devices called aerostats will take flight to see if they help with border monitoring

Ohio police transition to smaller cruisers

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Officers will need to adapt to storing thousands of dollars of equipment in smaller cars

Video: New radar detects drivers who follow too closely

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State law requires drivers traveling 35 miles per hour or faster to have at least two seconds of following distance