Traffic
Enforcement
Traffic accidents interrupt lives and
families, interrupt the flow of traffic and cost major money.
In 2009, Hamlin County saw 137 reported traffic accidents with over
$552,500 in property damage. 18 people were injured and one
person was killed in 2009 as a result of accidents in Hamlin
County.
The goal in traffic enforcement is to reduce
the number of accidents in the county and help keep our roadways
safer. The Hamlin County Sheriff's Office wrote 781
traffic violations in 2009 which was increase from 2008.
Along with the Hamlin County Sheriff's Office, the South Dakota
Highway Patrol and the Estelline Police Department also patrol
Hamlin County's 520 miles of roadways. If you have a traffic
complaint or would like to report an area of concern, please feel
free to contract Deputy Alexander by
clicking here.
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What
to do if your stop by a Law Enforcement?
1) Stop your vehicle as soon as possible to a safe location.
2) DO NOT GET OUT OF YOUR VEHICLE, unless your instructed to do so.
3) Keep your hands visible to the officer.
4) If your carrying a firearm, let the officer know!
5) Follow the directions of the officer.
6) If you have any questions, make sure to ask the officer. Do not argue
with the officer.
7) When the traffic stop is done, enter traffic with caution. |
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Saturation Patrol
Saturation patrols are conducted throughout the year in many different
locations in the county. The goal of the saturation patrol is to reduce
traffic violations and to reduce the number of accidents in a small area.
During a saturation patrol, the Hamlin County Sheriff's Office pays close
attention to speed, seatbelt, and alcohol violations.
Stats have shown that these violations have been leading causes of fatal
accidents nationwide. If you have a request for a saturation patrol, please
contact us.
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