What is the name of your state? PA
My 18 year old son and a friend were confronted by local borough police officers after riding their BMX bicycles at the borough's "skatepark". This was their 1st time that they were at this location. A large sign at the entrance to the fenced enclosed park indicated that only skaters were allowed in (meeting the borough's liability demands), that no "mountain bikes" were permitted, and trespassing rules applied. Apparently a discussion ensued between the boys and the officers, perhaps even to the officer's opinion that they were disrespectful, however they, after explaining their side, left the area immediately and did not return. That same evening I was told of the incident and the next day at noon, spoke to the Chief of Police who told me that he saw no report or evidence of any citations being issued. Previous to the conversation with the Chief, my son confirmed that their names were taken and a comment from one of the officers that they would get something in the mail. The Chief explained he would talk to the two officers when they came in later that day. I assured the Chief that I would take any action necessary with my son, be it an apology or whatever. Four days later my son received a certified envelope containing a citation for Criminal Trespass section 3503, subsection b1ii. Since there were no special circumstances knownas to why the citation wasn't issued on scene, am I correct in thinking there was a procedure problem. What Rule does this violate? Help and Thanks!
RCH105
My 18 year old son and a friend were confronted by local borough police officers after riding their BMX bicycles at the borough's "skatepark". This was their 1st time that they were at this location. A large sign at the entrance to the fenced enclosed park indicated that only skaters were allowed in (meeting the borough's liability demands), that no "mountain bikes" were permitted, and trespassing rules applied. Apparently a discussion ensued between the boys and the officers, perhaps even to the officer's opinion that they were disrespectful, however they, after explaining their side, left the area immediately and did not return. That same evening I was told of the incident and the next day at noon, spoke to the Chief of Police who told me that he saw no report or evidence of any citations being issued. Previous to the conversation with the Chief, my son confirmed that their names were taken and a comment from one of the officers that they would get something in the mail. The Chief explained he would talk to the two officers when they came in later that day. I assured the Chief that I would take any action necessary with my son, be it an apology or whatever. Four days later my son received a certified envelope containing a citation for Criminal Trespass section 3503, subsection b1ii. Since there were no special circumstances knownas to why the citation wasn't issued on scene, am I correct in thinking there was a procedure problem. What Rule does this violate? Help and Thanks!
RCH105