How does traffic radar work?

A Radar device sends out a radio signal which is reflected off the target vehicle and back to the device. The device then calculates the speed of the vehicle and displays it in miles per hour to the operator. The Radar devices have built in calibration systems to ensure their accuracy. Each Radar device is tested each day they are in use. Despite popular belief, the radar operator is not required to show the offender the radar speed.

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1. How do I apply for a position with the Winter Garden Police Department?
2. What can I do about speeding vehicles on my street?
3. How does traffic radar work?
4. How does a laser speed measuring device work?
5. How can I protest a ticket?
6. When I call the Police Department using 911, how does the dispatcher know where I live?
7. I’m interested in starting a Neighborhood Crime Watch group in my neighborhood, what do I need to do?
8. How do I obtain a copy of a police report?
9. How do I obtain a copy of a crash report?
10. Sometimes in my neighborhood, I see things that seem out of place or unusual and people or vehicles who are suspicious. I don’t feel comfortable calling the police, can you tell me about the procedure
11. I keep getting harassing or annoying hang up phone calls. It’s driving me crazy…what can I do?
12. I need to be fingerprinted, what do I need to do?
13. What is the mailing address and Fax number at the Police Department?