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E-Citations Speed Up Ticketing Process

by Evan Shamoon on June 30, 2008 at 09:08 AM


In a bold yet somehow disconcerting move into the 21st century's "paperless office" (if you drive and are prone to parking illegally), police forces and troopers in several states are going digital. Now, with the scan of a driver's license or the swipe of an ID card, officers are able to enter the location, type of violation and print the ticket -- all from a handheld device, according to Chief Deputy Derrick Cunningham of the Montgomery County (Alabama) Sheriff's Office. The electronic citations are ultimately meant to replace handwritten tickets, and are expected to improve accuracy and save time.

Cunningham also expects the move to also improve upon two problems in his office: Poor handwriting and ticket fixing. "No more can people call and say, 'I just got a speeding ticket, can you do something about it?'" he told USA Today, because the ticket is electronically transferred directly to court.

Which is great for efficiency and all. We love tickets. Man, we're really excited.

Check out the state-by-state roundup after the jump. [Source: USA Today]

Tags: crime, driving, law, summernews

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