QUESTION
Does there have to be video evidence in a traffic stop.
Asked on Dec 11th, 2013 on Criminal Law - Ohio
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I let my friend use my jeep and he does not have a license. Him and a licensed driver switched seats before the police were able to get behind the jeep. The officer says he saw the switch. There is no video evidence it it two people against the police officer. Is there any hope of fighting the ticket and winning?
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In most states there does not have to be video to arrest. The arrest, and even the prosecution can be done totally on the officer's word. If he is beleived, your freind can be convicted. The lack of video would go to the evidence. Like if he had the ability to use video, that question can be asked to him before a jury and would tend to make him less credible in the eyes of a jury. I wouldnt discuss this case on line any more. Talk to an OH criminal lawyer, don't call me.
Answered on Dec 12th, 2013 at 10:27 AM
William R. Pelger, Attorney Munhall, Pennsylvania 412-461-1900