When should a citation for a traffic violation be enforced?

A citation for a traffic violation should be enforced when an officer feels it is appropriate. This approach allows law enforcement personnel to exercise their judgment based on the context and specifics of the situation. Traffic enforcement decisions often take into account factors such as the severity of the violation, the driver's behavior, the potential threat to public safety, and prevailing circumstances.

Officers are trained to assess various elements in real-time and determine whether a citation is warranted to maintain road safety and uphold traffic laws. This discretion is grounded in the principle that officers are best positioned to evaluate the details of the situation as they unfold, rather than relying on rigid guidelines or rules that may not account for unique circumstances.

Enforcement based solely on the severity of violations or in response to the actions of partners or the observation of multiple violations does not take into account the nuanced decision-making that is often required in law enforcement.