Legal Question in Traffic Law in California

Can a highway patrol officer park his vehical in a private driveway to track cars?


Asked on 1/18/10, 6:35 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Robert F. Cohen Law Office of Robert F. Cohen

Legally, the answer is no. It is considered a trespass. Realistically, it might be difficult to enforce, unless you chain or gate your driveway. You might attempt to diplomatically address this with the officer and/or his superiors, especially if you need to exit and enter the driveway during the day because someone at home has a health problems and might need emergency care on a moment's notice. The benefit you receive is that the officer's presence is slowing down vehicles on your road, which keeps it safer than if the officer were not there.

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Answered on 1/23/10, 10:44 pm


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