OFF THE WIRE
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety has made the following announcement:
“AGENCIES KICKING OFF SUMMER WITH MOTORCYCLE ENFORCEMENT”
“Safety Officials Urge Motorcyclists: Slow Down and Ride Sober”
“Around 400 agencies across Minnesota will ramp up patrols on Saturday, June 19
for enhanced motorcycle enforcement to stop impaired and speeding riders.”
Many county and local agencies have made announcements that they will take part in these efforts. Some of the announcements I have seen lead me to believe that there may be stops made for activities that are not a violation. I am interested in gathering information on these stops and knowing the reason stated for the stop and the results of the stops. If we find these stops are being conducted in a manner that is illegal or a violation of motorcyclist’s civil rights additional actions may be needed. These actions could be complaints being filed or other action if necessary.
Here is how you can help
If you are stopped please gather as much information as you can.
Name and badge number of the officer stopping you. Location, time, witness present, (name and contact information) & reason given for the stop. I would also like to know the result of the stop. (ie ticket, warning ticket, verbal warning etc.)
I world like to track this information for stops taking place beginning on the announced date of June 19 and continue to at least the end of June.
The information can be sent to Frank Ernst
840 Cree drive
Chanhassen, MN. 55317
Or email to frank.ernst@mchsi.com
I can be reached by phone at 612 801 2920
I encourage everyone to ride safely but to also be aware of your rights and to take actions to protect your rights if they are violated.
Thank you
frank ernst
