MPTC Lynnfield Motor Vehicle Investigations Test Questions with Complete Solutions, A+

What are the three elements needed to charge with a person with a motor vehicle offense? 1. a motor vehicle 2. being operated on 3. a public way or a place the public has access to, and in some instances, a private way According to the M.G.L definition of a motor vehicle, what would be considered a motor vehicle? cars, trucks, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, recreation vehicles, snow vehicles, and all vehicles being towed. Who is considered an "operator" in regard to operation of a motor vehicle? A person is 'operating' a motor vehicle whenever they are inside the vehicle and intentionally manipulate some mechanical or electrical part of the vehicle which, alone or in sequence, will set the vehicle in motion. What are the four types of citations? 1. Written warning 2. CMVI 3. Criminal 4. Arrest Is there a time limit for filling out a uniform citation? officers must fill out the uniform citation as completely as possible and as soon as possible in relation to the time the violation was committed. How should an officer fill out a uniform citation? Officers should use block lettering and press down hard enough to ensure all carbon copies are legible. How many days does someone have to get a newly registered vehicle inspected? 7 Days What does an inspection sticker with a red "R" on it mean? The vehicle failed a safety equipment inspection. Vehicles cannot be driven on the road until repairs are made. What does an inspection sticker with a black "R" on it mean? The vehicle failed an emissions inspection. People have 60 days to have repairs made or 20 days for motorcycles.