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Roscoe,
Good question. Whether FOP, PBA...
Couple of points:
1. If you're pulled over for speeding, the cop gets your DL/docs, goes to his/her car, comes back with a summons, and you find your FOP/PBA card -- too late. The summons is a controlled item, and once issued cannot be retracted. Clerical errors have to be explained and dismissed in court. So be sure to show the cop your card before the summons is issued.
2. In the event of a motor vehicle accident, dont even bother showing the card. Especially if you're in the wrong. I dont know any cop who would jeopardize their job just to cut you a break.
3. the FOP/PBA card is the property of the issuing organization, the cop should sent the card back to the authorizing officer describing the offense. The cop will most likely ask "do you want the summons, or should I keep the card?" -- your choice.
Finally, in the event of a non-mva traffic stop, your disposition will be a greater factor in whether or not you get a ticket, rather than the card/type of card you carry.
Hope that helps.
Cheers,
Jong
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