1988 Responses to “Comments And Questions”

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1. 1678
   Doris, Duncan
   February 11th, 2010 at 11:58 am

   Please advise how I can send an email to your Chief Constable, regarding a matter that is not of interest to the public. Many thanks.

   Saanich Police Response:

   Doris,

   You may address your email to our Chief Constable’s office and it will get to him - hputney@saanichpolice.ca

   Thanks.

   Response by Sgt. Julie Fast

2. 1677
   Tyler, Langford
   February 10th, 2010 at 11:50 pm

   If I’m intoxicated and sitting in my parked car, can I be charged with a 24-hour suspension?

   Saanich Police Response:

   Tyler,

   That is a good question and the short answer is Yes. 

   To be issued a 24 hours prohibition, you need to have care and control of a motor vehicle.  Care and control can include sitting in a parked car.  You do not need to be driving or even have the car started to be charged.  And if you look at the definition of Care and Control relating to impaired charges in the Criminal Code of Canada, you will see that you can be charged even if you are not inside your car.  It is a combination of your proximity to the car and your possession of a means to control or set the car in motion.

   To avoid finding yourself in this situation, leave your keys and car at home.

   Response by Sgt. Julie Fast

    

    

3. 1676
   Sam, Victoria
   February 10th, 2010 at 10:25 pm

   Hi,

   What was officer Greg Smith’s punishment for what he did to Mr. Mackay?

   Saanich Police Response:

   Sam, 

   This is not a question that we can or will answer as it does not involve the Saanich Police.

   Our Questions and Comments page is designed to help answer questions that people have about our department and how we serve our community.  We are also happy to answer legal questions relating to the Criminal Code, provincial statues and municipal bylaws.  We are not here to discuss issues or topics that relate to another agency or police department though.

   Sorry we can’t help.

   Response by Sgt. Julie Fast

4. 1675
   alex langford
   February 9th, 2010 at 10:02 pm

   if you have 0ne 24 hour suspention with a N will you lose your licence????

   Saanich Police Response:

   Hi Alex,

   The BC Motor Vehicle Act Regulations, section 30.11(1), states that a person who holds a Class 7L, 8L, 7 or 8 licence must not operate a motor vehicle while having alcohol in his or her body.

   Once ICBC receives a copy of the 24 hour suspension they will send the driver a “Notice of Intent” to prohibit that driver’s BCDL. That driver will then have the option to accept the prohibition or appeal it. The Office of the Superintendant of Motor Vehicles will then review the appeal and come to a decision. If the prohibition stands then the driver’s BCDL can be pulled for a period of anywhere between a month up to a year. All the instructions on how to proceed will be on that “Notice of Intent”.  

   Hope that helps, Alex. Take care and drive safe.

   Response by Cst. Kris Dukeshire

5. 1674
   Ryan, Saanich
   February 6th, 2010 at 10:18 am

   Today John Price has commented to the media that it is not worth drinking and driving, citing the risk of legal fees, fines, and insurance premium consequences.
   These are trivial compared to the most dire consequences, which are rarely mentioned….When you are drunk, your insurance is void. Should you cause bodily injury that results in a million dollar lawsuit, you face financial ruin for life!
   Perhaps spreading that news would cause people to think twice.

6. 1673
   Fred
   February 5th, 2010 at 8:49 pm

   Just a simple question,

   If one was issued a traffic ticket within a First Nations reserve, IE Pat Bay Highway, should the location state the municiaplity or the reserve name?
   In Canada are the reserves their own enity or part of the municiality they border?
   I want to make sure the police officer put the right location on the ticket.

   Thanks!!

   Saanich Police Response:

   Hi Fred. Thanks for your question.

   If you were given a ticket you may have been given one by either Central Saanich Police Service, Sidney RCMP or IRSU (Integrated Road Safety Unit) at 250 380 6206. Check on your ticket and give that specific department a call to see what their practice is. We, the Saanich Police, do not police any portion of the Pat Bay Highway that intersects any reserve so it is better you speak directly with the issuer of the ticket. First Nation reserves are their own entity but are, for the most part, policed by the RCMP.

   I contacted the Traffic Division of the Courthouse and spoke with an individual there who couldn’t recall from her experience seeing a reserve name on a ticket as opposed to the adjoining municipality name. I don’t believe either would make a difference as this wouldn’t bring the location of where the ticket was issued into question nor the reason for the issuing of the ticket.

   Feel free to contact the issuing agency to determine how they address this issue. As well, on the back of the ticket there are instructions on how to dispute a ticket if one feels that they have been wrongfully ticketed or if there is misinformation on the ticket.

   Thanks Fred and have a great day!

   Response by Cst. Kris Dukeshire

7. 1672
   Sean, Saanich
   February 5th, 2010 at 4:10 pm

   Seeing recent news of officers just missing being hit by the car they pulled over and watching too many action movies lately has left me with a question. Often in movies and tv shows when car drives by and commits a crime or flees you see cop walk into middle of road and shoot at car blowing out back window or tires or in the really realistic movies killing driver and then flipping car a few dozen times.

   In real life can an officer ever shoot at a fleeing car? As is them commiting a dangerous crime enough to justify shooting them? or since there leaving has immediate danger therefore allready passed?

   In most recent incident with saanich police because they were beside car i suppose they couldnt shoot? but if car was coming at them then its weapon and they could shoot?

   Saanich Police Repsonse:

   Hi Sean.

   There are circumstances when police officers are justified in shooting at a vehicle. If the officer feels that such an action is required to protect him/herself or another person from being killed or seriously injured and that officer reasonably believes that no lower levels of force are available or appropriate then that officer would be justified in using deadly force. Once the threat has passed then that officer must de-escalate the level of force as soon as it is appropriate and reasonable to do so.

   Sean, I’m glad you are cognizant of the huge gulf between TV Land and reality. The tragedy that a police shooting brings is very real, and forever impacts every person involved.

   On that somber note Sean, thank you for your question. I hope you enjoy your weekend! 

   Response by Cst. Kris Dukeshire

8. 1671
   Donna, Saanich
   February 4th, 2010 at 5:56 pm

   Hi, I was just wondering if there has been any cougar sightings in the Glyn road area? I had let my dogs out this morning at 5:30am and this huge animal was in the backyard, I startled it and it ran. When it was light out we looked at the ground and seen huge paw prints. I am new to BC and it kinda freaked me out but I also had heard that cougars, bears, coyotees, are around and I have been very careful but this really scared me.

   Saanich Police Response:

   Hi Donna. Thanks for writing in.

   I see one report of a cougar sighting in your area but I have a feeling that one was your incident but reported by your landlord. He is describing exactly what you described at the same time of day. If you don’t have a landlord and this is a separate incident please give our non-emergency line ( 250 475 4321 ) a call to report the sighting.

   Other than that we are not aware of any other recent sightings but cougar sightings aren’t uncommon on the island, including Saanich. I spoke with a member of the Saanich Pound who advised that cougars are light and noise shy so it may be a good idea to have your yard illuminated when the dogs are out. I have provided you with a link to the BC Safety Guide to Cougars for your perusal. Have a read, the page is very informative.

   We are lucky to share the island with such a beautiful and majestic animal and the more informed we are on their ways the better for both our safety and that of the cougars. Welcome to BC Donna, hope you are settling in well.

   Response by Cst. Kris Dukeshire

9. 1670
   Sue, Saanich
   February 4th, 2010 at 2:35 pm

   Last week, a young man, in his late teen’s or early 20’s, came to my parent’s door stating he was collecting money for some kind of college fund. He convinced my mom to let him into the house to use the bathroom. He was clean cut and spoke quickly and loudly. My husband was downstairs and came upstairs to see what was going on, and to ask him to be quiet. Of course, we know that this was very dangerous for my mom to let him into the house, or even open the door for him. He left the house with no problem. I find this very odd that a future or current university student would have the audacity to ask to be let into the house. I’m wondering if he was casing out the house for a later B&E. Have you seen this scenario recently? (Quadra/McKenzie area). Thanks.

   Saanich Police Response:

   Hi Sue,

   There are many legitimate door to door campaigns going on right now in Saanich and no, we are not aware of any current scams that match your scenario, location or description of the male. But having said that, it isn’t uncommon that door to door scams occur and it isn’t uncommon that houses get “cased” in such a manner.

   When dealing with strangers at the door it is best to ask for ID/credentials, establish clearly the business/organization name, keep the interaction on the doorstep and if you do allow the individual to enter the house ensure that you have at least one other able adult present with you. I would hate to live in a world when allowing a stranger into your home is completely out of the question but unfortunately we are living in a world where if we choose to do so we must do so responsibly. Canvassers may want to consider “hanging on” until a public washroom is found so as to spare the homeowner of being put in an awkward position. And of course, homeowners are completely within their rights and are not being unreasonable in denying a stranger access to their home.

   If you have nagging concerns after an incident like that feel free to give us a call to see if we had received any related complaints. In addition, if you know the business/organization name represented then give the Better Business Bureau and the business itself a call to see if the business is legitimate or if there have been any complaints.

   I don’t think you or your family need to worry too much, Sue, but just keep the above mentioned reminders in mind the next time someone comes to the door. Thanks for writing in!

   Response by Cst. Kris Dukeshire

10. 1669
    Anthony, Saanich
    February 4th, 2010 at 10:55 am

    I had a question with regard to distracted driver legislation. I know many laws that govern motor vehicles also are applicable to bicyclists. Does the distracted driver legislation also apply to them too?

    Thank You

    Saanich Police Response:

    Hi Anthony. Good question.

    The new distracted driving legislation does not apply to cyclists as the law applies to the operation of a motor vehicle, which a bicycle does not qualify as. However cyclists, when on the road or anywhere considered a road or highway under the BC Motor Vehicle Act (which includes parking lots), must abide by the rules of the BC Motor Vehicle Act.  Cyclists can be charged with “careless cycling” BCMVA Sec 183(14) or “cycle without reasonable consideration” BCMVA Sec 183(14)(a).

    I see blue sky as I type this so it looks like a good day to be on a bike. Thanks for your question.

    Response by Cst. Kris Dukeshire

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