Barron County Dispatch Log Nov 19, 2009
9:10 a.m., license plate was left at scene. Officer en route to address. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Get more: North Bay News Nov 19, 2009
The City of Tiburon plans to install license plate photograph cameras catching every car coming into the town. Tags. (KGO, CA)
Column: If You See a Chance Nov 19, 2009
An Audi I ve never seen passes by me on this route I run every morning with the license plate TRUE. Could it be. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
All-electronic tolls coming to Fla.'s Turnpike Nov 19, 2009
Under the new program, turnpike equipment will capture an image of a license plate of cars that don't have a SunPass. The plate number will be compared to the motor vehicle registration database and a bill will be sent to the registered owner of the vehicle for the toll amount. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
‘New Moon’ units Nov 19, 2009
There s nothing better to complement your new license plate frame than a shiny new Edward Cullen Volvo ... And 526 license plate frames. (Boston Globe)
Galluccio was involved in a hit-and-run Nov 19, 2009
According to the report, police tried to contact Galluccio that night after a witness recorded Galluccio's license plate. Police went Galluccio's current Trowbridge Street address, but found that nobody was home. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Investigators: Fire left body, car unidentifiable (1322) Nov 19, 2009
The car was so damaged by the fire that its make or model, or license plate number, could not be immediately determined. The Michigan State Police fire marshal is still working on that aspect of the investigation, Matice said. (The Herald-Palladium)
Voice of the People: November 15, 2009 Nov 19, 2009
I am truly astounded by the legal battle to put a cross on a license plate ... It should be pretty clear that a Christian symbol with the statement I believe can't go on a government-issued license plates. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Logan Co. judge opens several documents in Beason slayings case Nov 19, 2009
One of the unsealed documents contains the license plate numbers of vehicles that remain parked in the victims driveway in Beason. The Judge ordered the license plate numbers redacted from the released documents ... Harris granted a request by Assistant States Attorney Jon Wright to redact references to license plates in the released documents even though the vans and a motor home remain in the driveway of the property and the plates remain clearly visible on the vans. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Odd news: Utah teen to challenge citation for McDonald's rapEmployees said teens were holding up the line Nov 19, 2009
A manager wrote down the car's license plate number and called authorities, police Sgt. Gregg Ludlow has said. Officers later cited the teens in a high school parking lot outside a volleyball match. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Kin's DNA cracks crime, raises concerns Nov 18, 2009
The matches to family members won't be used as evidence itself, he said, but rather as a way to generate leads for investigators to explore, similar to the way police may use an eyewitness report of a partial license plate. "There's no reason to bring this into court," Morrissey said. (CNN)
McMaster is pandering Nov 18, 2009
The ink was barely dry on a ruling by U.S. District Judge Cameron Currie saying the state's I Believe license plates are unconstitutional when state Attorney General Henry McMaster released a video decrying the ruling as the action of a liberal federal judiciary. McMaster singled out the American Civil Liberties Union, which wasn't involved in the license plate case, saying he has told town councils and others around the state: If the ACLU sues you, call me up ... The state's case involving the... (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Initial shuttle inspection shows no damage Nov 18, 2009
"Can you get the license plate number for us?" Mission Control asked. "Looks like one of those personalized license plates," Hobaugh replied. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Little Elm police calls for Oct. 22 Oct. 28 compiled from information provided by the Little Elm Police Department. Nov 18, 2009
12:51 p.m. - Lost or stolen Oklahoma license plate reported at 2400 block of Marble Canyon Dr.. 3:22 p.m. - Animal complaint by phone reported at 100 block of Sun Breeze Dr.. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Police report, Oct. 20-26 Nov 18, 2009
8:16 a.m. - Theft of motor vehicle license plate in the 200 block of Benton Drive. 8:45 a.m. - Criminal mischief/vandalism in the 1800 block of Leander Court. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Tiburon council vote on license plate recorders Nov 18, 2009
(11-17) 14:38 PST TIBURON -- Safety and privacy concerns are set to collide tonight in Tiburon, where leaders will vote on whether to make their community the first in the Bay Area, and perhaps the country, to record the license plate of every car that enters or leaves town ... Just two roads feed into the peninsula, allowing police to point cameras that recognize license plate characters toward every traffic lane of Tiburon Boulevard and Paradise Drive ... License plate readers have become a... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Is 4J Road crosswalk safe enough? Nov 18, 2009
Councilman Kevin McGrath said the cameras would have to be really advanced to be able to catch drivers license plate numbers. The neighborhood meetings would provide city officials a chance to hear from residents instead of us just saying were going to do this, Evenson said. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Police searching for suspects in armed robbery Nov 18, 2009
Its license plate number is HBF 152. Police ask that anyone with information about the case call Detective Norbert Serrao at 808-961-2255, the Kea'au police station at 808-966-5835, or the police non-emergency line at 808-935-3311. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Deputies surprise teen drivers at checkpoint... Nov 18, 2009
Several students were issued fix-it tickets for infractions such as not having front license plates or proof of insurance, tinted windows and windshield obstructions, Hill said ... He was cited for not having a front license plate, He admitted to having been warned before and said hed get the plate as soon as he had the money. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Hasan Probe Will Include Pentagon Nov 18, 2009
WASHINGTON, Nov. 17, 2009. Fort Hood Shooting Raise Concerns That Span Entire Military, Spokesman Says. (CBS News)
Click to read: Too Much Video Surveillance? Nov 18, 2009
They can also capture your license plate from a mile away, and can help catch criminals. And while proponents say cameras make us safer, others say cameras are eroding our privacy at an alarming rate, Koeppen said. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Becoming 'El Road Warrior' Nov 18, 2009
Demand an ID, write down his name, patrol car number and license plate, and time and location of the incident. Insist that he write up the ticket. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Wednesday's police log Nov 18, 2009
He was stopped in the 100 block of West Locust Avenue while driving a vehicle with a license plate that had been reported stolen from a vehicle parked in Forest Court on Oct. 8 or 9. Borough of Shippensburg police (532-7361 or ). (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Galluccio, 'too intoxicated to drive,' driven home by Cambridge police day of hit-and-run Nov 17, 2009
Police were able to connect Galluccio to the scene of the crash after one of the people in the minivan recorded the license plate of Galluccio s vehicle as he drove away. After he was given a citation and confessed to the incident, Galluccio said he panicked and left the scene because of his driving history. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
State leaders work to get rid of new plate requirements Nov 17, 2009
Do you like the new design for New York state license plates unveiled last week ... Do you like the new design for New York state license plates unveiled last week ... Published: Monday, November 16, 2009 10:31 PM EST Gov. David Paterson announced plans Sunday to eliminate the unpopular new license plate requirement in exchange for the state Legislature s cooperation in finding alternative savings. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Judge Issues Gag Order in Pacific Murder Case Nov 17, 2009
6(b)," the order states. Rule 4-3.6(B), which prohibits statements that could prejudice a case, states in part that a lawyer may state: The claim, offense or defense and, except when prohibited by law, the identity of the persons involved; information contained in a public record; that an investigation is in progress; the scheduling or result of any step in litigation; a request for assistance in obtaining evidence and information; the identity, residence, occupation and family status of the... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Drive for new license plates hits dead end Nov 17, 2009
Published: Tuesday, November 17, 2009 2:20 AM EST CATSKILL Lawmakers have declared victory over Gov. David A. Paterson s requirement for the purchase of new license plates beginning next year ... Lopez said Paterson was missing the boat on the license plate issue, which represented a small fraction of $8 billion in taxes and fees levied in last year s budget ... Having met with local officials and law enforcement, it became clear to me that the license plate requirement was not necessary to... (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Paterson nixes new license plate plan Nov 17, 2009
New York Gov. David Paterson said Nov. 15 he will back off a plan to make state residents and business owners buy new license plates next year ... The state Department of Motor Vehicles unveiled the new license plate design earlier this month ... On Monday, 24 county clerks from around the state are rallying at the state Capitol and delivering petitions with 100,000 signatures of New Yorkers opposed to the license plate requirement. (Albany Business Review, NY)
N.Y. 'Road Rage' Puts Kibosh On License Plates Nov 17, 2009
They're all being asked to suffer during the recession," Paterson said. On Monday Paterson became the public voice of the decision not to soak motorists $129 million for new plates -- that really weren't needed. But here's the real story. More than 100,000 motorists signed petitions to stop the move and Republicans in the Senate had decided to use the issue to run against Democrats next year. Road rage could have been a potent reason for incumbents to be dumped. "The license plates were not due... (CBS 2, NY)
County Justice Court, Green Valley Nov 17, 2009
Kevin Michael Mustormann, 41, of Green Valley, pleaded responsible for no valid driver s licenses in possession and no license plate light and was fined 202. 50. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Man Charged After 3 Found Dead Nov 17, 2009
Castillo told investigators that Pham pointed a gun at him and another man before he took off in a green Toyota Camry with Texas license plate No. Y13 HGW.. Pham, 36, has been charged with capital murder. (Click2Houston, TX)
City Council 'triple-dog dared' to ditch cars, use Lodi buses Nov 17, 2009
He had no appointment, but he was back outside exactly 11 minutes, new license plate tags in hand. "It's the lighter, brighter side of DMV," he said. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Hours before crash, police drove Cambridge senator home Nov 17, 2009
The minivan was struck with enough force that Galluccio s license plate left an imprint. That led police to cite him with leaving the scene of an accident. (Boston Globe)
Police Seek Jeep In Fatal Olympia Shooting Nov 17, 2009
license plate 747-WWO. Investigators said they believe the victim had the Jeep just before he was shot. The vehicle has been listed as stolen and anyone with information on this vehicle or if you see it, call 911. (KIRO TV, WA)
POLICE REPORTS Oct. 28- Nov. 4 Nov 17, 2009
12:20 a.m. 3000 block Preston Road, arrest for DWI-2d following stop for no front license plate. 1:37 a.m. 8000 block Preston Trace Boulevard, back window of vehicle broken. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Our View: Hit & Misses Nov 17, 2009
HIT: To the apparent defeat of the new license plate requirement in New York state. After intense opposition had been voiced from residents around the state, Albany leaders over the weekend signaled that thy intended to drop a plan to require all New Yorkers to get new license plates and pay 25 for them in an effort to raise money for the general fund. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
VOICE OF THE PEOPLE | Nov. 16 Nov 17, 2009
Where did our country go wrong and decide that it is unconstitutional to show our religious pride by displaying an I Believe license plate on our own vehicle. Showing: lect. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Police: Man upset over ticket phoned trooper's mom Nov 17, 2009
But on every street corner you can find a "moto-cop" waiting to catch a dangerous speeder or burned-out license plate light offender. NYPD: Scalper tried to bribe cop with Yankees tix. (Fresno Bee)
Tags no place for political, religious views Nov 16, 2009
OUR OPINION: S.C. should cease battling over specialty license plates ... The appeals court ruled the plates violated the First Amendment because they gave anti-abortion advocates a forum to express their beliefs while abortion rights supports have no license plate of their own ... Now South Carolina is waging a new legal battle over license plates. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
$25 license plate fee may be dropped if more budget savings found Nov 16, 2009
ALBANY -- Gov. David Paterson wants to put the brakes on a controversial new $25 license plate fee that was included in the budget but has grown into a symbol of how average New Yorkers, critics say, are nickel-and-dimed by the state's high spending. "If the Legislature works with me, prior to the release of the 2010-11 Executive Budget, to identify real, recurring savings that will replace the revenue that would be lost, I will eliminate the new license plate requirement," Paterson said late... (Albany Times Union)
State won't fight payment to man shot by trooper Nov 16, 2009
Authorities say Yandell fled after he was stopped for having an expired license plate. A legislative subcommittee recommended last month that the $750,000 be paid to Yandell. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Vermont Hunting Checkpoint Brings Surprise Nov 16, 2009
He was not giving his name and it became apparent that the license plate was fake ... Our check of the Internet shows the man belongs to a group called the Embassy of Heaven, an elusive church group based in Oregon that renounces government, issues its own license plates, has been raided for non-payment of taxes and, according to the Anti-Defamation League, has ties to anti-government militias. (WCAX.com, VT)
Report shows many intersections south of Boston among state’s most dangerous Nov 16, 2009
Vehicles that proceed after the light turns red would have their license plate recorded and receive a ticket in the mail. (The process is similar to what happens when motorists go through a Fast Lane on the Mass Pike without paying. (Boston Globe)
Saugus Police log Nov. 12 Nov 16, 2009
Woman walked in to the station to report she lost her license plate, 6:20 p.m.. Richardson Circle resident reported a break and entry to a vehicle with numerous items stolen, 7 p.m.. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Judge Rules S.C. Not Allowed to Issue License Plates With Cross Nov 15, 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C A federal judge ruled Tuesday that South Carolina can't issue license plates showing the image of a cross in front of a stained glass window along with the phrase "I Believe.". U.S. District Judge Cameron Currie's ruling said the license plate was unconstitutional because it violates the First Amendment ban on establishment of religion by government. (Fox News)
Overseas Briefing Nov 15, 2009
In Moscow, a taxi driver with the moniker Maksim met me in a Mazda with a license plate starting with an M. Everything was perfect. The first catch: I couldn't find the train station. (Middlebury College -- The Campus, VT)
Man in car had 9 loaded guns, Fresno police say Nov 15, 2009
With a computer check, the officer determined that although the car's license plate bore a 2010 yellow tag, the vehicle's registration was expired. When the officer pulled the man over, she reportedly learned that his driver's license had been suspended for driving under the influence. (Fresno Bee)
Iowa City man arrested in West Liberty for pot possession Nov 15, 2009
The vehicle Halter was driving was stopped by the West Liberty Police Department for a license plate obstruction. An open alcohol container was inside the vehicle and a subsequent search of the car revealed six bags of marijuana, totaling 12 grams. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Woman Killed During Hit-And-Run Nov 15, 2009
"He drove away and an off-duty HPD officer chased him and was able to get a license plate, so hopefully they'll get him and he'll spend his Thanksgiving in jail" , said Blanscet. Police say the vehicle has been identified as a Silver Rang Rover with license plate 4-4-7-Y-F-J.. (Click2Houston, TX)
New license plates becoming firestorm across state Nov 14, 2009
New license plates becoming firestorm across state - Utica, NY - The Observer-Dispatch ... New license plates becoming firestorm across state ... The Associated Press Empire Gold license plate. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
DA rules police action justified in August shooting; officers return to work Nov 14, 2009
When he ran the license plate into the police laptop, the vehicle returned back as stolen. Dispatchers later confirmed that the vehicle was listed as stolen. (Malden Observer, MA)
CHAT TRANSCRIPT: James Healey answers yor questions Nov 14, 2009
They retain the higher seating position and the available all-wheel drive so folks don't have to feel as if they've wimped out going from a Hummer to a CR-V. And auto marketing decree #351 is "anything called 'wagon' is DOA.' Stupid. Anybody wanna argue that the 1956 Chevy Nomad wagon was dorky? .... I didn't think so. I'm a Flex-lover. Can't get enough boxy styling. The GM crossover wagons (Traverse, Acadia, etc) are nice packages. I've never liked the transmission tuning, though, and they have... (USA Today -- Money)
Police report, Oct. 20-26 Nov 14, 2009
8:16 a.m. - Theft of motor vehicle license plate in the 200 block of Benton Drive. 8:45 a.m. - Criminal mischief/vandalism in the 1800 block of Leander Court. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Three arraigned in Stoughton shooting tied to puppy theft Nov 14, 2009
A witness provided police with the license plate number of the suspects getaway vehicle, and the information was broadcast to police in neighboring communities, he said. The two victims were recovering from their wounds, Murphy said. (Canton Journal, MA)
Little Elm police calls for Oct. 22 Oct. 28 compiled from information provided by the Little Elm Police Department. Nov 14, 2009
12:51 p.m. - Lost or stolen Oklahoma license plate reported at 2400 block of Marble Canyon Dr.. 3:22 p.m. - Animal complaint by phone reported at 100 block of Sun Breeze Dr.. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Wellesley man charged with DUI, leaving the scene of accident Nov 14, 2009
Officers were able to get the license plate number and match it to a Wellesley resident. Officers went to the Elmwood Road address and saw a black car in the driveway that had paint transfer and damage on the left front bumper. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
For Celtics fans, waiting was plate of frustration Nov 14, 2009
It s the specialty Celtics license plate, which the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles finally began producing last month, nearly three years since the basketball team s charity, the Shamrock Foundation, first promoted it ... It turns out the state needs 1,500 orders to print the $40 specialty license plate, and the Celtics tag didn t hit that threshold until mid-October. (Boston Globe)
What Makes a Person Do This? Nov 14, 2009
Get what information you can by sight; and a license plate number would be most helpful. Washington Missouri 2009. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Flower Mound police investigating murder (1697) Nov 13, 2009
Police are looking for Brittany Munozs boyfriend, 20-year-old Garrett Cole Gower, who is believed to be driving a silver 2009 Honda Accord four-door with temporary tag 80P3075 or Texas license plate No. RKS-810. We're actively looking to locate him but havent as of yet, said Wess Griffin of the Flower Mound Police Department. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Correction to murder story Nov 13, 2009
The four-door car is expected to have temporary tag 80P3075 or Texas license plate No. RKS-810. Share this Article. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Teens Face Charges in Joy Ride Nov 13, 2009
The teens drove off, but the witnesses got the license plate number from the car, police said. Lt. Josh Kirk, of the Aberdeen Police Department, said one of the teens and his mother came to the police station. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Schultz on Kiffin Nov 13, 2009
I guess if I had gone to UT, I would have learned to make license plate. SWEET. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Two shot in theft of puppies in Stoughton Nov 13, 2009
A witness was able to provide police with the license plate number of the suspects getaway vehicle, information broadcast to neighboring communities. The chief said the 23-year-old man, whose name was not released, underwent surgery last night. (Canton Journal, MA)
Bluesman recovering; supporter is angry Nov 13, 2009
The Jeep is black with Washington County license plate number WSP 365. It makes me angry because this happened to someone I know who doesn t bother anyone. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Brenham Police Department Nov 13, 2009
While on patrol at 11:24 p.m. Wednesday, Officer Miguel Tejeda stopped a car for having a defective license plate light. He reported that as he approached the vehicle, he saw the driver, Anthony Hill, 27, Brenham, eating marijuana. (Brenham Banner, TX)
