Q: In california, can a police officer add afterl traffic violation to get has been issued and signed as for the ticket ?
I was driving in the city of Santa Ana California. And I pulled up to a light to make a left turn. My light was red when i noticed the police car across the intersection Waiting for straight light. His light turn green several times and he never went the right turn waited till my light green. That made my left and he cut the person behind me off and turned his lights on. I noticed was a highway patrol canine unit 2 of them. And there were just waiting across the intersection. For me to make a left turn he pulled me over for my windows are tinted and after I refuse to search. He searched my car anyways. And I'm not on probation parole. And no warrants. No outstanding tickets and not given him consent in search of my car. He found parapanilli and narcotics usable amount. And he gives me a ticket and after I sign it. He adds sus license on another line and i. Parked my car n called a friend to drive back. highway patrol pull you over in city streets and allowed to add charges siGnedTICT
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In California, once a traffic ticket has been signed by you, the officer should not add additional violations to that ticket. The signature on a ticket indicates that you acknowledge receipt of the ticket and agree to appear in court, not that you agree with the charges. If the officer wanted to add more charges, they should issue a new citation.
It's important to note that California Highway Patrol officers can pull you over on city streets if they observe a violation. However, you have rights during a traffic stop, including the right to refuse a search if you are not on probation or parole and there are no outstanding warrants. If an officer searches your vehicle without consent and finds contraband, it might raise legal questions about the validity of the search.
Given your situation, it would be wise to consult with a lawyer to discuss the search and the charges added after you signed the ticket. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and the best way to challenge any potential violations. Documenting all details of the incident will also be crucial for your defense.
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