New Provision Introduced For Traffic Warrants
The Bermuda Police Service introduced a new process allowing individuals with outstanding traffic warrants to report directly to Hamilton Police Station before attending court the same day.
A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] wishes to advise the public that, with immediate effect, a new provision is in place for persons who have outstanding traffic warrants.
“With the express authority and approval of the Senior Magistrate, persons with outstanding traffic warrants may now present themselves directly to the Hamilton Police Station, where they will be received and processed by the Station Duty Officer at the front desk.
“Upon arrival, individuals will be asked to provide their personal details. Their warrant information will be confirmed, and they will then be directed to attend the Magistrates’ Court directly on the same day at 9:30 AM.
“Persons wishing to avail themselves of this provision are asked to report to the Hamilton Police Station between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM in order to allow sufficient time for processing prior to their court attendance.
“The Bermuda Police Service recognises that the traditional traffic warrant processing experience placed a significant burden of time and inconvenience on members of the public. This initiative developed through partnership between the BPS and the judiciary is designed to streamline that process, making it as seamless as possible while encouraging members of our community to come forward and address outstanding traffic matters proactively.
“The Bermuda Police Service remains committed to working collaboratively with our community and partner agencies to provide a service that is both efficient and people centred.”
I definitely agree with this and those with the outstanding warrants, avoid the embarrassment of arrest, potential loss of employment and hardship on your families because of imprisonment.
What truly baffles me is that so many are stopped and arrested for outstanding warrants but when searched, they have the money in their pockets to pay!!