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  1. 1979
    Dave, Langford
    August 31st, 2010 at 5:17 pm

    This question is for the IRSU. Can I request that the IRSU watch a specific intersection? (On my way home from work) I travel south bound on Mackenzie, and while I wait in line to merge onto the TCH (the right hand lane) like the majority of the drivers, there are several others who ignore the process, they drive straight down the center lane and into the intersection to make an illegal right hand turn on to the TCH, instead of going straight through to Admirals like their lane is designed for. This blatant disrespect of their fellow commuters and disregard for the law is irritating to say the least. Can you please help my fellow commuters by looking out for these people and hopefully issuing them a nice expensive ticked to help with their inpatients.

    Saanich Police Response:

    Hi Dave,

    I will pass your complaint to both our Traffc Safety Unit and IRSU for enhanced intersection enforcement.

    Thanks.

    Response by Cst UNDERWOOD

  2. 1978
    Chris, Langford
    August 31st, 2010 at 4:36 pm

    Hi. In response to post 1975.. If Sharon “googles” “Checklists for bomb threats”, she will have access to quite a few good check lists she can use.

    Saanich Police Response:

    Thanks for the additional information.

    Response by Cst UNDERWOOD

  3. 1977
    Sharon, Saanich
    August 31st, 2010 at 2:00 pm

    Hello,
    Please advise if you have a check list of things to do in case of a phoned-in bomb threat to a company.
    Also, is it recommended to pull the fire alarm if there is a bomb threat over the phone?
    Thank you for your advice.

    Saanich Police Response:

    I would send an email to Cst Petra DORNBLUT, of our Crime Prevention Unit, and enquire with her.  Cst DORNBLUT is more likely to be aware if a form exists because of her expertise in Crime Prevention.  Cst DORNBLUT can be reached at pdornblut@saanichpolice.ca.

    Take care.

    Response by Cst UNDERWOOD

  4. 1976
    Jim , saanich
    August 29th, 2010 at 11:23 am

    Hi is there anything that can be done about a neighbour that constantly complains and makes complaints about ALL the neighbours around him . Myself and the rest of the neighbours are getting tired of his thinking that he can boss everyone on the street . Thank you for any help that you can give us . Jim

    Saanich Police Response:

    Hi Jim,

    Unfortunately there isn’t too much you can do if the person is a property owner.  If the person is complaining to the police each police response is documented, so we will start to notice if a pattern is developing (weather the calls are founded or unfounded).  Have you or your neighbours attempted to speak with him.  If not I would start there, BUT it is important not to escalate the situation and not to start a yelling match.  If the situation starts to escalate then leave.

    Thanks.

    Response by Cst UNDERWOOD

  5. 1975
    Neighbourly, Saanich
    August 28th, 2010 at 12:17 pm

    Good afternoon,
    I am presently sitting inside my house and the smell of pot is wafting in through my open windows. It is the neighbours’ tenants that are smoking in the middle of the day (the landlords always seem to be out when they are doing this). I have spoken with the landlords who live upstairs with regards to this. They apparently claim to have spoken to them since it first occurred when they were found to have been smoking pot inside the house. The landlords have small children as do we. I am at a loss as to what to do since my neighbours don’t seem to want to do anything about it. What are my rights with regards to this? I do not want to have to speak to the tenants directly. Your assistance is greatly appreciated.
    Neighbourly neighbour

    Saanich Police Response:

    Hi Neighbourly.

    I believe a previous post, Post #1834, has the information you are looking for.  Cst DUKESHIRE outlines at the end of the post what police action is available to you.

    I hope that provides some assistance.

    Response by Cst UNDERWOOD 

  6. 1974
    Julia
    August 27th, 2010 at 11:21 pm

    Most of us have seen the laser speed enforcement officers on the Mckenzie overpass targeting speeders heading into town. 99% of the time these are being hand held by the officers, what is the max distance they are trained to pull the trigger on a busy highway like this? and what precautions are taken to ensure the laser does not hit the eyes of the oncoming driver?

    Saanich Police Response:

    Hi Julia,

    The hand held lasers that our police department use are rated for a distance not exceeding 1000 meters.  It does become dependant on who the operator is and how steady they can hold the speed detection device.  Obtaining a speed from over 500m is not unusual.  The laser eye safety rating on our speed detection units is FDA Class 1, which is the lowest risk to the public.  After speaking to one of our Traffic Safety Unit members he also confirmed that the laser works on direct reflection, meaning if the “beam” struck the windshield it would defect away from the motor vehicle.

    Hope that answers your questions.

    Response by Cst UNDERWOOD

  7. 1973
    John, Victoria
    August 27th, 2010 at 12:27 pm

    I was just wondering how long one can keeping using out of province plates after moving here permanently. A couple down the road bought a house, moved out here and started working in town from Quebec 2.5 years ago and are still using the same plates using a phony address in Quebec to get insurance. The reasoning is the car is in such poor shape mechanically and structually that it would not pass a provincial inspection. Who would be the authority to contact to deal with this before a serious accident occurs.

    Saanich Police Response:

    Hi John,

    A person who has moved to another city has 30days to change their insurance and if they are touring in British Columbia they have 6 months, as per Section 21 of the Motor Vehicle Act.  You would report this incident to the police department that polices the area where the Motor Vehicle Act violation is taking place. 

    Take care.

    Response by Cst UNDERWOOD
     

  8. 1972
    Earson, Sannich
    August 26th, 2010 at 3:22 pm

    Is it illegal to drive in bare feet?

    Saanich Police Response:

    Hi Earson,

    The answer to your question is outlined in post #1915.

    Thanks.

    Response by Cst UNDERWOOD

  9. 1971
    John, Victoria
    August 25th, 2010 at 1:25 pm

    Hello,

    Is there a central authority for the regulation and safety of taxis? If I want to complain about bad driving who can I call?

    Saanich Police Response:

    Hi John,

    You can report driving complaints involving taxi cabs to the local police department where the incident occurred.  It is important to remember that if you can obtain the cab number as well as the licence plate it makes the follow-up for the assigned member a lot quicker.  You could also call the cab company and speak to their complaints section or management about the issue.  There is no central authority that deal with cab operator complaints that I am aware of.

    Take care.

    Response by Cst UNDERWOOD

  10. 1970
    Carley, West Shore
    August 24th, 2010 at 12:41 pm

    Hi there. I have a quick question regarding uninsured vehicles parked on the side of the road. My friends are selling their vehicle and have taken the plates off and uninsured the car. It is currently parked on the street, while they have it listed. Is this allowed? Will they be fined? Is there a grace period while they actively seek a buyer? Thanks very much.

    Saanich Police Response:

    Hi Carley,

    Police may tow an unattended vehicle for several reasons that are outlined in Section 188 of the Motor Vehicle Act.  One of those reasons is if the vehicle is parked on a roadway without proper or valid number plates.  A peace officer may take that vehicle into his or her custody and cause it to be taken to and stored in a safe and otherwise suitable place.

    No, there is no grace period and Saanich also has a municipal bylaw that prohibits the parking of an un-insured vehicle on the roadway.  I see you live in West Shore so please check your local bylaws as well.

    Thanks for the question.

    Response by Cst UNDERWOOD

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