Public Safety
Question: I notice a lot of people walking and running along the highway. The thing that concerns me is that they are moving in the same direction of traffic with their back to the potential hazard. Can you talk about pedestrian safety and what people should do when on the highway?
Answer:...
Question: The other day I came across a railroad crossing sign with the word “EXEMPT” placed on it. What is that all about?
Answer: An X-shaped sign identifies a railroad crossing. If there is more than one track, a sign below the crossbuck indicates the number of tracks.
Warning signs, pavement...
1. Jacqueline Dee Hars – FTA-first appearance – body only
2. Robert John Hausen – FTA-first appearance – body only
3. Miguel Angel Munoz Hernandez – contempt of court - $10,000 bail
4. Clark Adam Hobbs – FTA-pre-trial – body only
5. Tiffany Kay Holder – probation violation –...
Court newsDodge County
The following gross misdemeanors, misdemeanors and petty misdemeanors were heard in Dodge County District Court the week of April 13 — 20:
Dodge CountySheriff’s Office
Justin L. Anderson, 44, Rochester, parking violation, $32; Katelin L. Bahl, 27, Hope, parking violation, $32...
Note: The Police Blotter often contains sensitive information. With this in mind, block numbers deliberately do not indicate a specific address.
Court newsDodge County
The following case was heard in Dodge County District Court the week of April 6 with Judge Debra A. Groehler presiding:
Jesse E....
Question: Are trailer hitch load extenders legal? Occasionally I haul some lumber that sticks out beyond my tailgate and would like to know if I can use this.
Answer: Yes, you can. Note that when the load upon any vehicle extends to the rear four feet or more beyond the bed or body of such vehicle...
Question: What is a safe routine when backing up using mirrors in conjunction with the vehicle’s backup camera?
Answer: Backing up is not allowed on freeways or expressways, except for emergency vehicles on duty. Backing up on public roads can result in a charge of reckless or careless driving. If...
Police blotterDodge County
The following gross misdemeanors, misdemeanors and petty misdemeanors were heard in Dodge County District Court the week of March 30 — April 6:
Dodge CountySheriff’s Office
Kadison J. Decker, 20, Stewartville, speeding, $140; Gaspar Francisco Miguel, 26, Austin, speeding...
1. Morgan Marie McDougall – FTA-arraignment - $500 bail
2. Cesar Raymundo Vie Millan – contempt of court - $3,000 bail
3. Kamal Ali Mohamed – probation violation – body only
4. Karen Naloni Monson – FTA-arraignment – sign and release
5. Abel Sanchez Montalvo – FTA-pre-trial –...
Question: I have a new driver in the house. We were having some discussion on where a person needs to stop when coming to a stop sign and other situations. Can you please write about that? Thanks!
Answer: Congratulation on the new driver. Here is what a person needs to know when it comes to...
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