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Traffic Tickets and Auto Insurance Rates
When car insurance companies determine your premiums, one of the biggest factors they look at is
your history of traffic tickets. Statistically, having more traffic tickets and moving violations (i.e. an
infraction you make when driving rather than parked) means that you are more likely to get into an
accident and cost the car insurance company money.
Every company has a different policy when it comes to traffic tickets. For example, one company
may raise your rates for 3 years, and another may apply a surcharge, which can be removed after
one year if you have no more speeding tickets or other traffic infractions on your driving record.
Typically, insurance companies tend to “look back” on your driving record 3, 5, or 7 years.
While the adjustments to premiums for moving violations will vary among insurance companies and
the driver’s record, you can expect to see larger rate increases for more serious infractions. If you
are speeding, how much you were exceeding the speed limit matters as well.
If you are issued a ticket while driving outside of your home state, you could still face a rise in the
cost of your car insurance. Most states participate in a program that allows the sharing of
information between states regarding traffic tickets/moving violations.
Of course, the best way to avoid expensive premiums is to obey all traffic laws and drive safely to
avoid moving violations and accidents all together. Having a clean driving record is the best way to
get the best car insurance rates.
The latest from the Mendota Heights Police Department
CHIEF
Mike Aschenbrener
SERGEANT
Eric Petersen
POLICE OFFICERS
Jerry Murphy
Scott Patrick
John Larrive
Bobby Lambert
Tanner Spicer
Todd Rosse
Jeff Vonfeldt
Steven Meyer
Denise Urmann
Michael Shepard
Peyton Fleming
INVESTIGATIONS
Chad Willson
SCHOOL RESOURCE
OFFICER
Jennifer Fordham
SUPPORT STAFF
Kim Henning
Trista Miller
Lisa Brandt
Becky Pentel
RESERVES
Randy Pentel
Jim Knox
Jeff Parker
George Castillo
CHAPLAINS
Frances Cuenca
Joel Detlefsen
Lynn Liberman
Butch Millett
Sue Plucker
John Snider
David Wick
JULY 18, 2014
How do I get a ticket off my driving record?
Submitted By: Police Chief Mike Aschenbrener
Of course the answer isn’t easy but in general if you have a class D driver’s license, which
is the most common type of license and allows you to drive personal cars and trucks,
most moving violaƟons (speed, stop signs, HOV, etc.) that are 5 years old are eligible to
be removed upon request. Alcohol violaƟons that are used to enhance Driving Under
the Influence arrests are permanent. Also, federal regulaƟons prohibit anything being
removed from a commercial driver’s license record.
You may call the Minnesota Department of Motor Vehicles at 651‐296‐6911 or email
them at dvs.driverslicense@state.mn.us. Be prepared to fully idenƟfy yourself. They will
review your request and get back to you in a Ɵmely manner.
REWARD
PLEASE BE ADVISED:
Tip Line is checked Monday—Friday, 8 am—4 pm.
Please leave as much information as possible so that we may pass on
any reward opportunity available.
THE MENDOTA HEIGHTS COMMUNITY CRIMINAL APPREHENSION FUND (MHCCAF) IS OFFERING A $1000
REWARD TO ANYONE WITH INFORMATION LEADING TO THE
ARREST & CHARGING OF A SUSPECT(S) FOR THE
FOLLOWING CRIME:
IN THE CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS, DURING THE EVENING HOURS BETWEEN
THURSDAY, 06/26—FRIDAY, 06/27, &
MONDAY, 06/30— TUESDAY, 07/01,
SEVERAL HOMES & VEHICLES WERE VANDALIZED. THE VANDALISM INCLUDED
PRIVATE PROPERTY WITH SPRAY-PAINTED RACIAL SLURS AND SEXUAL
CONTENT IN ADDITION TO VEHICLES BEING KEYED.
$1000
Please call our 24-hour Tip Line @ 651.255.1170 or simply
call MHPD at 651.452.1366 with any information
regarding this or any criminal activity in the city.
For further informaƟon, please visit:
Crime Blog: Northern Dakota County Crime Blog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/MendotaHeightsMN
TwiƩer : twiƩer.com/@mendota_heights
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G a s D r i v e O f f F r i d a y 1 5 : 4 0 h o u r s
Officer Peyton Fleming responded to a report of a gas drive off. The employee who was working was unable
to get a description of the suspect or a license plate. The area was checked but there was no further evidence
or suspects found.
M e d i c a l F r i d a y 2 0 : 4 3 h o u r s
Officer Michael Shepard was dispatched to a report of a female who had called 911 asking for an ambulance because
she was very intoxicated. Officer Shepard arrived at the front door which was standing open and announced himself.
He heard a woman’s voice say to come inside the home. He walked in and found the female resident sitting on a chair
completely naked in front of her sliding glass door with the curtains open. When Officer Shepard asked why she didn’t
have any clothes on she stated, “I couldn’t get them to work.” A PBT indicated a BAC of .18. Paramedics were called
per the female’s request.
T h e f t S a t u r d a y 1 6 : 1 0 h o u r s
Officer Peyton Fleming met with a Mendota Heights resident who stated that upon returning home after being out of
town she discovered several pieces of jewelry valued at $11,150 missing. The victim states she did lock her doors before
she left. There were no signs of forced entry and no suspects. At this time it is unknown if the items were stolen or
misplaced. This case remains under investigation.
Child Endangerment/AOA Saturday 18:47 hours
Officer Michael Shepard assisted the MN State Patrol with a three vehicle crash. Officer Shepard found the occupants
of the third car which had rear ended the middle car which pushed into the lead vehicle. The male driver was
extremely intoxicated and ultimately arrested by the MN State Patrol for DWI. Officer Shepard observed a female
passenger holding an infant. After speaking with the female passenger Officer Shepard observed that she smelled
strongly of alcohol. A PBT administered by a state trooper gave a result of .18 BAC. It was determined by Officer
Shepard and the other state troopers that the female passenger was not sober enough to care for her child. Dakota
County Crisis was consulted and emergency foster care was found for the baby. The two dogs found in the vehicle
were taken to Four Paws and the female passenger was sent to Ramsey County Detox. The drivers of the other two
vehicles declined ambulance service.
D o g B i t e M o n d a y 0 8 : 2 4 h o u r s
Officer Bobby Lambert responded to a report of a dog bite. The mother of the victim stated that on Friday evening her
son was riding his bike when the neighbor’s dog ran off of the neighbor’s property and bit him on the back of his leg.
On Saturday the mother reported the incident to the neighbor. The veterinarian told the mother that the dog’s rabies
vaccination had expired in 2013 and the victim was sent to the hospital to receive his first round of shots. Officer
Lambert notified the dog’s owner of the 10 day quarantine period. The dog’s owner complied and was also issued a
citation for not registering his dog with the city of Mendota Heights per city ordinance 5.3.2.
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F r a u d M o n d a y 1 1 : 2 4 h o u r s
Officer Bobby Lambert took a report from a resident who reported four fraudulent charges on their company credit
card. The card was closed and she issued a new card by her credit card company. At this time it is unknown how the
card was compromised. There are no known suspects and this case remains under investigation.
O F P V i o l a t i o n M o n d a y 2 0 : 5 0 h o u r s
Officer Michael Shepard and Officer Steve Meyer were dispatched to an Order For Protection (OFP) violation
in progress. The caller indicated that the suspect was intoxicated and that part of his conditions for release
were to abstain from alcohol. When officers arrived the caller acknowledged that she was allowing the suspect
to stay with her in spite of the court ordered active OFP she had against him stated the suspect had left on
foot. Officer Meyer and Officer Todd Rosse attempted to locate the suspect. The suspect was located and
taken into custody by Officer Shepard. He was transported to Dakota County Jail and booked for violation
of an order for protection. Charges against the female victim are under consideration for aiding and abetting
a violation of order for protection.
F r a u d T h u r s d a y 0 9 : 2 4 h o u r s
Officer Bobby Lambert responded to a report of fraudulent credit card charges made to a victim’s account.
The bank informed the victim the charges were made internationally and totaled $400. The victim stated she
does not make on-line purchases and has no idea how her account information was compromised. This case
is under investigation.
F i r e T h u r s d a y 2 2 : 5 4 h o u r s
Officer Todd Rosse, Officer Peyton Fleming, and Reserve Officer Randy Pentel responded to a residential
garage fire. No one was inside the garage at the time. Mendota Heights Fire Department arrived on scene
and officers assisted in the control of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. The fire department extinguished the
fire and contained it to the detached garage before the fire spread further. Officers spoke with parties present
at the fire and no one reported any suspicious activity or persons around the property. The Fire Marshal will
conduct a complete fire investigation. One person was transported to the hospital for possible smoke
inhalation.
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07/11—07/17 2014 YTD
Calls for Service 152 4479
Citations 27 907
Warnings 18 555
Police Reports 12 536
Response Time Average 5.60 5.71
If you are a Mendota Heights resident and you are going out of town or on
vacation, you can notify MHPD of your outing and we will be more than happy to
keep a watchful eye on your home while you are away. The House Check Request
online form is available on our website; we have similar forms in the MHPD lobby
and we will take your info over the phone.
MHPD offers monthly Car Seat Safety Checks. To schedule an appointment,
call 651.452.1366 to contact Ofϐicer Jennifer Fordham.
MHPD has a Medication Disposal Box in the lobby of the PD where Dakota
County residents can safely and anonymously dispose of their prescription drugs
and over‐the‐counter medication.
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