Tag: POLICE
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Proving a DUI Second, Third, or Subsequent Offense: Why Your Records Matter
At some point, you may receive a request for a certified abstract of record in a DUI case. This often happens when another agency—whether it’s your own police department, a sheriff’s department, another court, or even a district attorney’s office—is trying to determine whether a DUI should be charged as a second, third, or subsequent…
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Law Enforcement: Trial Preparation and Court Expectations
Trial is where everything comes together. What happens—or doesn’t happen—leading up to trial can directly impact whether a case moves forward or is dismissed. This is a practical overview of what officers should know when a case is set for trial in municipal court. Subpoenas A subpoena is not a request—it is a court order.…
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What the Clerk’s Office Needs Law Enforcement to Know
This is a practical overview of simple things that make a big difference once a case reaches the court. These are small details that help cases move smoothly, prevent unnecessary issues, and ultimately support successful outcomes in court. Writing Traffic Tickets One of the most basic functions of the clerk’s office is entering traffic tickets…
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NCIC: What Clerks Need to Know
The National Crime Information Center (NCIC) is a computerized index of criminal justice information maintained by the FBI. It includes data such as: NCIC is available to authorized criminal justice agencies at the federal, state, and local level and operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Purpose of NCIC The purpose of NCIC…