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The
mission of the Malden Police Traffic Unit is to enhance
public safety through the fair, impartial, and
reasonable enforcement of traffic laws. The
primary goal is to promote the safe flow of vehicular
traffic and reduce the number and severity of
collisions. Such a reduction decreases the number
of personal injuries and the amount of property damage
caused by motor vehicle crashes. The Traffic Unit
also strives to address quality of life issues in the
city such as abandoned cars, parking complaints, and
persistent traffic congestion. Use of Radar and Lidar speed detection devices and immediate access to
the Registry of Motor Vehicles database allow members of
the unit to make full use of their time and training. The Traffic Unit also performs the
following functions:
- Follow-up investigation of
Hit and Run crashes
- Escort duties for parades and
funerals
- Targeted enforcement for
specific problems
- Seizure of Revoked
registration plates
- Conduct simulated OUI crash
incident prior to high school prom season
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The Malden Police Department closely
monitors speed limits for all vehicles . . .
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Traffic & Parking News & Information |
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Traffic & Parking FAQ |
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Q:
When do I need a resident parking
sticker?
A:
Click here for
resident permit parking regulations
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Q:
How will I know if a snow emergency is
declared and what should I do?
A: When it is
determined that parked vehicles may
impede the plowing or removing of snow
or ice and thereby impair the free flow
of traffic, a SNOW EMERGENCY will be
declared. During a declared snow
emergency, there shall be no parking on
either side of posted streets.
Violations - $25.00 fine in addition to
towing fee as regulated by D.P.U.
Click
here
for a list of affected streets.
The
beginning and the end of
a snow emergency will be
announced by means of
radio and television,
and by ten (10) blows,
repeated twice, from the
whistle from the Central
Fire Station, Salem
Street. Four (4) sets of
2's and one round of ten
whistles will also be
used to signal the end
of the snow emergency in
addition to the radio
and television.
Malden residents who do
not have off-street
parking may utilize the
CBD Parking Garage at
170 Centre St. during a
declared snow emergency.
Drivers entering the
garage after the
time when the snow
emergency was declared
and exiting the garage
after the removal
of the snow emergency
shall park for FREE.
Questions can be
directed to the CBD
Garage at 781-324-2090.
If
your vehicle was towed
during a snow emergency,
contact the Malden
Police at 781-397-7171
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Q:
What do I do if I am involved in an
accident?
A: If there are
any injuries, call 9-1-1 for assistance.
Unless there is an immediate threat of
further injury (such as a vehicle fire)
do not remove anyone from their
vehicles, you could make an injury
worse. Stay clear of the roadway.
Have your license and registration
ready. If there is an injury or if
the damage to any one vehicle or
property exceeds $1,000, or if the crash
was a hit & run, the police will file a
crash data report. You will have
to file an operator's
crash report
within 5 days of the crash. You
should not file a report if the
crash occurred on a private road,
driveway, private parking lot or other
private way. Send completed crash
reports to the police department where
the crash occurred, the RMV, and your
insurance company.
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Q:
What if I am stopped by a police
officer?
A:
If
a police officer performs a traffic stop
of your vehicle, keep in mind that
officers are frequently assaulted or
killed during traffic stops and will
assume a defensive posture until they
feel that there is no threat. Stay
in your vehicle unless requested to
exit. Turn on the interior light
if stopped at night. Provide your
license and registration when asked to
do so, this is required under
Massachusetts law.
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Q: What if I get a citation?
A: If the
officer has cause to issue a citation,
he/she has the option to issue a written
warning, a civil motor vehicle
infraction, or a criminal application.
In some cases, such as Operating Under
the Influence of Drugs or Alcohol, an
arrest may be made. If the
citation is a warning, no action on your
part is required, however three or more
warnings within one year may cause the
RMV to suspend your license. If
the citation is a civil infraction,
there will be a fine indicated on the
citation. You may either pay the
fine or contest it (within twenty days).
You can pay the fine by mail, by
telephone, or online at
www.mass.gov/rmv.
If you wish to contest the citation, the
process is detailed on the back of the
citation. If the citation is for a
criminal complaint, you have only four
days to request a hearing. In any
case, you will have to appear in court
to answer to the charges.
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Q:
What if I get a parking ticket?
A: If your
receive a parking ticket in Malden, you
may pay the fine or request a hearing.
If you wish to pay the fine, you may do
so in person in room #317 at Malden City
Hall, or mail a check in the attached
envelope. A request for a hearing
may be made in writing to the Hearing
Clerk, Room #317, Malden City Hall, 200
Pleasant Street. Five or more
unpaid parking tickets could result in
your vehicle being towed and impounded
until the fines are paid.
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The Malden Police Department disclaims
all responsibility for accuracy and completeness, or
errors and omissions of the information contained
herein. Although the Department tries to assure the
accuracy of all information presented, you should
confirm all information before making any decisions
based on it.
Copyright
© 2007 "Malden Police Department". All rights reserved.
Thursday, 10 July 2008 06:57 AM
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