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1. 1704
   cath, victoria
   February 27th, 2010 at 7:12 pm

   we were burglarized near the saanich border, and I read an article in the tc that you would be posting photos of the recovered. could you pls tell me where i can find the photos on your site?

   Saanich Police Response:

   Hi Cath, I am very sorry to hear that you have been forced to deal with such an event.

   On our website, under “media page” (left hand side link column on the front page), there are two releases pertaining to items recovered. The first one is ”Photo Album of Stolen Property” which refers to a photo album that is at the front desk of the Saanich Police station for viewing. The second is “Does This Belong to You?” which has some photos of property pertaining to the same recovery. If neither of these help feel free to contact Margaret Greenway (250 475 4331) in Property Control who will be able to assist you in regards to what property we have.

   Good luck in your search, Cath.

   Response by Cst. Kris Dukeshire

2. 1703
   JE, Sooke
   February 27th, 2010 at 2:26 pm

   I have a question regarding police not obeying the traffic rules. I recently observed an officer, without stopping at a stop sign, turn the wrong way into a one way only zone to scoot through to get to a parking spot. I understand that sometimes officers have good reason to not obey certain laws (i.e., they have a call and must get there as soon as possible, or something) but in this case I clearly watched him get out of his car, and go into mcdonalds for lunch. What should I do in this instance? Is there any recourse in such a situation, I feel it is unfair for an officer on their lunch break to be allowed to break the very laws they enforce.

   Saanich Police Response:

   Good morning, JE.

   Yes, there is recourse for a witness who has observed a police officer commit a traffic violation and it is the same for witnessing any traffic offence. You simply report the incident to the police department responsible for the area where the offence took place. You may phone that department to make the complaint or attend in person. You would provide a statement of what you saw, when you saw it, where you saw it and that police department will then determine who was driving and follow up accordingly. The department will speak with that officer and determine why he was there and why he drove in such a manner. Of course, if you stayed to watch the officer order his meal then that might be fairly simple!

   We, as police officers, are as bound by the rules of the road as anyone else. Even when responding to a call with lights and sirens and at a higher speed, we are still bound by the rules that give us such authority.

   Thanks JE, and have a great day!

   Response by Cst. Kris Dukeshire

3. 1702
   Bud, Saanich
   February 26th, 2010 at 11:28 pm

   Howdy! Does the anti-idling vehicle (by)law in Victoria proper apply to Saanich as well? Thanks in advance.

   Saanich Police Response:

   Hi Bud, thanks for writing in.

   Unfortunately Saanich does not have an anti-idling bylaw in place. The Victoria bylaw only applies to the City of Victoria. I, for one, would be happy to see such a bylaw here in Saanich and anywhere else for that matter.

   Hope you enjoy the day.

   Response by Cst. Kris Dukeshire

4. 1701
   Chris, Langford
   February 25th, 2010 at 12:13 am

   Hello,

   In BC a vehicle must have a license plate for the back and front of the vehicle, correct? The insurance decal is on the back plate, correct?

   Saanich Police Response:

   Hi Chris,

   You are correct. Both plates issued need to be displayed, one on the front and one on the back, with the decal going on the rear plate. I have attached a link to the BC Motor Vehicle Act Regulations where the applicable sections are listed under Division 3.

   Thanks for your question. Enjoy the weekend!

   Response by Cst. Kris Dukeshire

5. 1700
   Tom, SW Saanich
   February 24th, 2010 at 9:31 am

   Barry and Julie, Re: Post # 1694

   If the vehicles arrive at the round-about at the same time, they all simply enter at

   the same time… However, should one enter before the other, then the one in the

   circle first, obviously has the right-of-way.

   No?

   -Tom

   Saanich Police Response:

   Hi Barry,

   Yes, the two vehicles arriving at the same time can enter the round-about at the same time but as Julie had said, the vehicle on the right has the right of way. If the round-about is small and two vehicles arrive at the same time, to avoid any confusion, it’s probably best to let the car to the right go first. If the round-about is big this is less of an issue. And yes, you are right, all incoming traffic must yield to traffic already in the round-about.

   Thanks for your question, Barry. Have a great day!

   Response by Cst. Kris Dukeshire

6. 1699
   dale, saanich
   February 23rd, 2010 at 3:34 pm

   Curious to know what happens to unclaimed, recovered stolen property , bicycles in particular…. Is there a yearly auction etc.?

   Saanich Police Response:

   Hi Dale,

   Most unclaimed property, including bicycles, can go back to the finder after a period of 90 days if the finder wishes to claim the item. In the case of bicycles, if the finder does not wish to claim the bike, most will go to charity. Some, from time to time, will go to auction. To learn which auction house we use and when we may be sending items off to auction contact Margaret in our Property Control Office at 250 475 4331. Margaret works Monday to Friday, 0830 - 1230, 1330 - 1530.

   Thanks for writing in, Dale. Have a great night.

   Response by Cst. Kris Dukeshire 

7. 1698
   Sean, Saanich
   February 23rd, 2010 at 3:17 pm

   the recent arrest of a intoxicated on duty taxi cab driver in saanich has led me to question rules in saanich. according to news paper article in victoria you need to have a chiefs permit or in otherwise a criminal record check to operate in victoria. It implies there is no such requirment to operate in saanich and penisula and west shore. would it be not worth saanich police and central saanich and rcmp pressing town council to inact the same rules in all areas of greater victoria. Well there is likely maybe only a couple bad apples in taxi industry it sure would be worth taking this small measure to protect others on the road.

   Saanich Police Response:

   Hi Sean,

   You are correct that a “Chief’s Permit” is not required for a taxi driver to operate in Saanich. However, I have learned that cab drivers must provide drivers abstracts to their employer on a regular basis so that their driving habits are continually documented and recent. The standard in the taxi service related to this particular article and that of impaired driving is already in place. Impaired charges, 24 hour prohibitions and administrative driving prohibitions each remain on drivers abstracts for a period of 5 years. My understanding is that cab drivers have to provide an abstract that would show any of these charges/prohibitions on a yearly basis and some even more frequently.

   Considering the high number of taxis on the road and the many hours these drivers put in behind the wheel I believe their overall driving history must be of a high standard as cases such as the one you refer to are few and far between. And in regards to any other non-driving offences which a criminal record check would show that would be up to the employer, as with most professions, to decide if that is to be a component of the application process.

   Thanks very much for writing in, Sean. Hope you enjoy your day.

   Response by Cst. Kris Dukeshire  

8. 1697
   Worried Mom, Saanich
   February 22nd, 2010 at 2:35 pm

   I would like to know what is required to obtain a restraining order. We are having an issue with my son’s ex girlfriend who has been making threats of bodily harm to him, his female friend and her baby. As well, so has her new gangster wanna be boyfriend. I have copies of these threats which were posted on my son’s facebook wall. I have also just downloaded new pictures the ex posted of her and her friend holding two hand guns and a rifle. One picture shows her holding a hand gun to her friends head. There are two incidents of physical violence that I know of where she has hit my son accross the back with level and also gashed his head open with a large can. She seems to be obsessed with my son and even after repeated requests she just won’t go away. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you

   Saanich Police Response:

   Dear Worried Mom,

   From what you have typed, my strong suggestion to you would be to immediately report this to police to investigate.  Unfortunately your posting here doesn’t qualify as a report and I have to direct you to call us at 250-475-4321 or to even attend our front counter.  You can make a report 24/7 but believe, based on your circumstances, that you should not wait in doing this - particularly taking into account the pictures with guns being held. 

   If you are seeing all this on Facebook, do a screen save and print everything.  As we know, Facebook postings or anything else on-line can be deleted in a heartbeat and then it can be fairly onerous from the investigative side of things, to recover that information.  It is always best to copy it, print it, save it in the first instance. 

   I know your question was simply about what is required for a Restraining Order so to answer that, a Restraining Order technically is through the Family Courts and does not necessarily involve police.  You can apply for one on your own by attending the Family Court offices downtown.  However, based on your information, this is not the appropriate route. 

   A police investigation is the right course of action for you.  This investigation could then lead to a ‘restraining order’ on the criminal side of the Courts.  It is called a Peace Bond and is an actual Criminal Code charge.  This may not be the result of a police investigation into your situation though, as there are a number of different criminal charges that could be pursued prior to a Peace Bond.  Regardless though, if a charge is appropriate, and an arrest made, police will include a No Contact condition as part of anyone’s release.

   I hope that helps you.

   Response by Sgt. Julie Fast

    

    

    

9. 1696
   Sam
   February 21st, 2010 at 11:03 am

   Quick question about the Buziak case: After hearing about the Malahat crash yesterday and seeing the alleged car thief’s photo on a BC Ferry surveilance video, was nothing uncovered with regards to Buziak’s killer on their surveilance tapes at that time?

   Saanich Police Response:

   Hi Sam,

   As this is an active investigation I am sorry but can’t comment on the details of the investigation at this time. I have advised the detective team assigned to Lindsay’s file of your question.

   Sam, thank you for taking the time to write in. Take care.

   Response by Cst. Kris Dukeshire

    

10. 1695
    George, Saanich
    February 21st, 2010 at 8:37 am

    I just bought a new Jeep Wrangler and was wondering if it is legal to drive with the doors removed. The sticker in the cab says the doors and roof are for protection from the elements only and NOT for saftey. Thanks

    Saanich Police Response:

    Hi George,

    That’s a good question and I’m surprised by the answer (although it makes sense) and have subsequently learned that I was breaking the law myself way back when I was a Jeep owner.

    I spoke with the Compliance/Inspections division of ICBC who advised that any vehicles built with doors must have those doors in place when the vehicle is being operated on the road. When off-roading this rule does not apply. Section 19.02 of the Motor Vehicle Act Regulations covers the regulations regarding doors and section 219(1) of the Motor Vehicle Act states “No doors (if original equipment) - fine - $109″.

    Understandably, driving with the doors off does compromise the safety and containment of the passengers and this is why this regulation is in place. Apparently some models of Jeep CJ’s (pre 1986) were built without hard doors and are legal to drive on roads as hard doors weren’t part of the original equipment.

    Regardless, I am sure you are going to enjoy the coming summer that much more driving around top down in your new Jeep. Thanks for writing in!

    Response by Cst. Kris Dukeshire

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