ASKaTrafficCOP

if you’ve ever had a traffic or police question, the best person to ask has always been the traffic cop. This X account offers you help so ask your questions!

[Sean Shapiro @VoiceoverCop]

Remember Speaker’s Corner?

Back in the day, you’d step into that little booth, drop in a quarter, and record your 30 seconds for a shot at being on TV. It was simple, it was raw, and it was magic for its time.

Well… we just brought it back, but way better.

The new https://t.co/y0dgSntuCC lets you do everything Speaker’s Corner did, and a whole lot more:

Send text questions, voice clips, photos, videos, even your dashcam footage. If you’ve got something you want answered or something you want me to react to, this is your spot.

No more fighting for attention in a busy live chat. No more missing the show because of timing.

Send your question ahead of time, lock in your spot, and I’ll answer it on the live stream. You might even hear your voice or see your video featured. Then just watch later, or I’ll send you the clip.

This is your chance to be part of the show, on your time.

Go try it out, tell me what you think, and let’s make this the modern version of Speaker’s Corner.

Sean Shapiro, former police officer
Talking traffic safety, traffic law, and police stuff

#ASKaTrafficCOP #TrafficSafety #Toronto #MuchMusic #SpeakersCorner @Much #police

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We've got a new website and it's pretty awesome if I do say so myself. https://t.co/AOU03ewXQC and you can use it to send us your traffic and police questions. Try it, you might like it. Answers provided on the @VoiceoverCop channel.

[Chief Myron Demkiw @TPSMyronDemkiw]

I am heartbroken by the tragic loss of an 8-year-old boy killed in his home last night. No family should endure this.
To those responsible, get lawyers and turn yourself in. Every necessary TPS resource is being committed to this investigation. Our thoughts are with the family.

[Sean Shapiro @VoiceoverCop]

@ASKaTrafficCop @jerryagar1010 Here's the @YouTube link for the 10am livestream https://t.co/gkm50NzqDJ

[Sean Shapiro @VoiceoverCop]

🚦 Live at 10 AM: Ask a Traffic Cop! 🚦

What kind of magic will happen today? Well, obviously, Sean Shapiro (that’s me!) will be here answering your traffic and police questions. But will there be videos to review? A guest appearance? Honestly, I don’t know yet – you’ll just have to tune in and find out!

Ask a Traffic Cop is your go-to live show where we tackle the traffic questions you can’t find answers to anywhere else. From driving laws to road safety tips, I’m here to help – and if I don’t know, I’ll find out and get back to you.

Plus, stick around for a sneak peek at something exciting: Today at 1 PM, the first episode of Season 2 of Traffic Jam goes live on YouTube! It’s the first episode of 2025, and I’m chatting with Bill Bland and Craig Lyon about the Great Canadian Driving Games, where you could win $100,000 just by being a safe driver. I’ll give you a taste during the livestream and dive deep into it in the podcast episode.

See you at 10! #AskATrafficCop #TrafficSafety #TrafficJam #GreatCanadianDrivingGames #SafeDriving @diamond_lawyers @TrafficServices

[Sean Shapiro @VoiceoverCop]

Does automated enforcement piss you off? Tim wrote in saying it’s just a cash grab. But if it’s really just about money, why do they warn you twice before you even reach the camera? If they wanted your cash that badly, wouldn’t they just take it without warning? And if you ignore the signs and still speed in a Community Safety Zone, do you really deserve to keep your money?

Does automated enforcement piss you off? Tim says it’s just a cash grab. But if that’s true, why do they warn you twice before you even reach the camera? If they just wanted your money, wouldn’t they skip the warnings and take your cash?

And if you ignore the signs and still speed in a Community Safety Zone, do you really deserve to keep your money?

I’m Sean Shapiro, a former police officer who talks about traffic safety, traffic law, and police stuff. Follow me and join me LIVE Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10 a.m. for Ask a Traffic Cop. I also go late-night live some Tuesdays and Thursdays. See you there!

#police #TrafficLaw #SpeedCameras #RoadSafety #ASKaTrafficCOP @ASKaTrafficCop @diamond_lawyers
@cityoftoronto @TrafficServices #Toronto

[Sean Shapiro @VoiceoverCop]

🚔 Can Police Lay Charges Based on Dash Cam Footage? 🚔

You’ve got a dash cam, you’ve captured some wild driving, and now you’re wondering—why can’t police just issue a ticket based on your footage? Well, it’s complicated.

For police to lay charges based on dash cam video, we need:
✅ The date, time, and location of the incident
✅ The driver’s identity
✅ The vehicle’s identity
✅ The dash cam owner to testify on how the footage was captured

That last part is key—unlike automated enforcement (red light cameras, speed cameras, school bus cameras, and TTC cameras), which issue charges to the vehicle owner under specific new HTA laws, regular traffic offenses require evidence that proves who was driving. And without a willing witness (the dash cam owner), the case falls apart in court.

While we’d love to hold every reckless driver accountable, the reality is that dash cam footage alone often isn’t enough.

🎥 Got traffic questions? Join me LIVE on #ASKaTrafficCOP every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10 AM ET, where I answer your questions in real time!

🚨 Follow @VoiceoverCop for more traffic law breakdowns, driving tips, and safety insights! 🚨

For the best fullscreen livestream follow me on @YouTube https://t.co/AlOJF2ioM4

[Sean Shapiro @VoiceoverCop]

🚨 Can You LEGALLY Drive 5-10 km Over the Speed Limit? 🚨

A viewer asked if they could legally drive 5-10 km/h over the posted speed limit. Sean’s answer? No. The speed limit is just that—the maximum speed you’re legally allowed to travel. Anything over is speeding, and speeding is illegal.

But will you actually get a ticket for going 5 km/h over? You could. That said, officers typically focus on drivers going much faster. That doesn’t make it legal, though, and any ticket can impact your driving record and insurance.

📢 #AskATrafficCop goes LIVE Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10 AM to answer your traffic and police questions. Follow for more! 🚗💨 #TrafficLaw #Speeding #DrivingTips #RoadSafety @diamond_lawyers

[Sean Shapiro @VoiceoverCop]

Which car at @AutoShowCanada screams “ex-cop” the loudest? 🚔👀
• Blacked-out Tahoe with steelies?
• Dodge Charger that just feels like it’s tailing you?
• A Crown Vic that refuses to retire (like some cops I know)?

I’ll be investigating at the show to find the official ex-cop vehicle of 2025. Got any guesses? Comment below!

📍 Come find me at the @TorontoPolice @TrafficServices booth at @AutoShowCanada!

#AutoShowCanada #TrafficSafety #ExCopCar #CrownVicEnergy #CarSpotting #AskATrafficCop

[Sean Shapiro @VoiceoverCop]

🚗🎤 Throwback to the 2024 Canadian International Auto Show where Sgt. Lawson and I took the main stage for a very #ASKaTrafficCOP style Q&A with the public!

@Autoshowcanada is one of my favorite events of the year, and I’m pumped to be back again in 2025—just with a different outfit this time. 😉

Traffic safety, cars, and great conversations—what’s not to love? See you there! #AutoShow2025 #AskATrafficCop #BetterTraffic #VoiceOverCop

[Sean Shapiro @VoiceoverCop]

WOW! 40,000 FOLLOWERS on TikTok! 🚀🎉

I’m beyond grateful to this amazing community! Hitting this milestone brings back incredible memories of growing the @TorontoPolice @TrafficServices #TikTok presence—but now, I’m doing it in a whole new way.

Even though I’m no longer with the police, my passion for #TrafficLaw, #TrafficSafety, and all things policing hasn’t changed. I love that I can still connect with you all, answer questions, and help make the roads safer—just from a different seat.

💬 What’s been your favorite tip or topic so far? Let me know in the comments!

[Sean Shapiro @VoiceoverCop]

Every vehicle with cameras needs this! I clean my cameras before entering my truck, but then I need a moist towelette for my finger or glove. This would be much classier. When was the last time you cleaned your backup camera? Have you ever cleaned your camera? Did you have cameras?

[Sean Shapiro @VoiceoverCop]

Monday #ASKaTrafficCOP for January 20, 2025 https://t.co/pL3gTnPc92

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🚨 The Holidays Are Over—School’s Back in Session! 🚨

The Christmas break is officially in the rearview mirror, and that means school zones are buzzing again. Kids are back in class, and parents are back in that high-stakes game of “beat the clock” to get everyone where they need to go.

But here’s the deal: rushing doesn’t just raise your blood pressure—it raises the risk for everyone on the road. Let’s kick off 2025 on the right foot (or wheel):

🎯 Plan ahead – Leave early and give yourself some breathing room. No more frantic sprints to the car or white-knuckled drives.
🎯 Expect the unexpected – Kids crossing, buses stopping, and other drivers making last-minute decisions are all part of the morning mix. Stay sharp!
🎯 Make mornings better – With extra time, you can enjoy your drive instead of stress about it. Listen to your favorite podcast, sip your coffee, and start the day right.

Remember, no one should get hurt because you hit snooze one too many times or you’re rushing to make a good impression. Let’s all do our part to keep school zones safe and stress-free.

Drive safe and have an amazing start to 2025! 🚗✨

[Sean Shapiro @VoiceoverCop]

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[CP24 @CP24]

#BREAKING: The TDSB says that due to weather-related delays, all buses are cancelled today. However schools will remain open. https://t.co/GVeLqv36aT