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Rutledge for Virginia Governor slams establishments.  “My biggest question is why did we wait untill after the election to test or investigate the Dominion machines for problems.  So nobody asked to do a practice run.  I believe this was done and the reports of system errors would overturn the election that they failed to disclosed.  The forensic report would have been the same before and after.  Had Dominion been tested and reports made public prior to 2020 election.  The rigged election would have never happen without errors being corrected with proper oversight.  It’s a lot of deep state and RINO activity going on. Each state GOP failed to check the machines before it decided our elections. Too little, Too late! We won’t make that careless error.

Merle Rutledge for Virginia Governor – http://www.rutledgeforvagovernor.com

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Officer Plaza states on the video when stopping a vehicle that has been legally picked up and is on the road from the impound. “I should have known that it was not in the impound!” Yes it is dumb to stop a vehicle on suspicion that it may have been towed 2 months ago. Duh!!!! It is on the road! Statement released by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles in this case.. [A copy of the following is attached as a PDF. The conversion process I used changed the fonts in that document, but it is copied directly from this email.]

Mr. Rutledge,

 

You have asked several questions regarding the reporting of vehicles that are “no longer abandoned” to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and for information regarding a particular vehicle. First, DMV Legal Services does not have access to customer records and cannot respond to the request for information on a particular vehicle. You will need to contact the DMV DIRECT customer service line at (804) 497-7100, make an online record request through our website here:http://www.dmv.virginia.gov/onlineServices/ (in the Vehicle Services menu down the left side of the page – there is an $8 fee for this), or visit one of our customer service outlets for answers.

 

Regarding your other questions:

 

1. “I was wondering if their is documentation that shows protocols for police in Virginia to manually update whether a car is no longer abandon in the Virginia DMV system.”

 

The only documentation we have regarding the removal of abandoned motor vehicle records is on our website, here:https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/apps/AVP/intropage.aspx. This is the introductory page to DMV’s automated Abandoned Vehicle Process (AVP), which was established in 2009 under Virginia Code § 46.2-1202 (http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504.exe?000+cod+46.2-1202). The AVP is required to be used by localities, government agencies, businesses, and individuals, unless another provision of state or local law requires another process to be used. If the police used the AVP to report the abandoned vehicle, then they can use the record removal tool on the page above to remove the abandoned vehicle record; however, there is no requirement in the Code of Virginia that they remove the record. If the police did not use the AVP, then DMV is unlikely to have a record that the vehicle was abandoned.

 

2. “Also is there any documentation that states an abandon vehicle which has been impounded by a municipality in Virginia; that the owner must go to the Virginia DMV to have it cleared as not being abandon as a requirement. or any rules and regulations”

 

There is no such requirement in state law, regulation, or DMV policy. We cannot speak for the localities and what their ordinances may require. What we can say, though, is that if the municipality used the AVP process, then it can remove the abandoned vehicle record when the owner reclaims the vehicle. The owner would only be able to remove the record if the municipality provides the AVP receipt number. If the municipality did not use the AVP to report the vehicle to DMV as abandoned, then DMV is unlikely to have an abandoned vehicle record for the owner or the municipality to clear.

 

To put these answers into some context, here is additional information about the AVP: The AVP is used to obtain abandoned vehicle owner information, if any, from DMV, notify those owners, and post notices of intent to sell the vehicles at auction. It is separate from DMV’s vehicle records database. DMV does not track whether a vehicle has been abandoned on its individual vehicle record. Instead, the agency maintains a central database of vehicles reported as abandoned through the AVP. That database is searchable by VIN and is listed in the links on the AVP intro page provided above. Ideally, when a vehicle reported through the AVP is reclaimed, the AVP user should remove the abandoned vehicle record from the database, as described in the answers; however, nothing in law or policy requires this or ensures that it occurs. The link above includes links to additional information about abandoned vehicles, generally, and Frequently Asked Questions.

 

If you have any additional questions, please let us know.

 

Sincerely,

Matt Martin

Matthew D. Martin
Virginia DMV | Legal Services Analyst | (804) 367-1875 | Matthew.Martin@dmv.virginia.gov | www.dmvNOW.com

Confidentiality Statement
http://youtu.be/oLScr4chI0I

January 6, 2013 traffic stop of Merle T. Rutledge Jr Civil Rights Activist and Vernon C. Evans El (Moor) by the Norfolk, Va Police Department Officers Tessie…
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Letter to the Mayor of Virginia Beach,

Va. Beach man sues police officer – his ex-girlfriend article

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MERLE RUTLEDGE
<merletrutledge@gmail.com> Tue, May 20, 2014 at 8:55 AM
To: “William D. Sessoms” <WSessoms@vbgov.com>
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Dear Mr. Sessoms,

I just read an article in regards to a Virginia Beach female
officer Parker accusing a gentleman of rape and the charges being
dropped in Norfolk. The article is very disturbing and I am concerned
about the possible implications if it is deemed true. I am not one to
jump on one side of the story until I see further facts. However, I
hope a new and independent investigation is opened into the possible
allegations being made against one of your own and that justice is the
overall purpose.

I do not believe in anyone being railroaded and using the “color
of the law” authority for abusive purposes that leads to distrust in
the public perception of the badge and within the community it serves.
If the allegations are deemed to be fact then the City should offer a
huge apology to Mr. Coleman. Moreover to hold any man, if they are
innocent in jail for any length of time for a crime that he did not
commit and the charges was brought in bad faith should ask and warrant
the most serious response in trying to prevent this type of misconduct
from happening in the future.

I know public comment on these allegations may not be proper, but
I had to voice my concern in regards to what I have just read. It
would disturb anyone that someone is still working active duty and is
capable of causing so much destruction under these terms.

Thank you for your time,

Merle Rutledge Jr

Civil Rights Activist
Picture below with article attached is a innocent man named James Coleman!
Chatham, VaImage
Below is the article that Mr. Rutledge addresses
http://hamptonroads.com/node/716627

 

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Danville Register and Bee newspaper is accused of yellow journalism  and sensationalism when it comes down to City of Danville, Va and its police officers.

      As those on my facebook page or is privilege to hear me on television know their is a on-going civil rights case being fought in federal court against the City of Danville, Va.  Michael Elder filed suit last year to address his false arrest, illegal search, excessive force complaint, and refusal to provide medical care against the City and its police officer E.K. Thompson.  The Danville Register and Bee would report only that the City of Danville would be dismissed, but made no mention of officer E.K Thompson being accused and being a party to the lawsuit.  He accuses them of sensationalism which reporting about generally insignificant matters and events that don’t influence overall society and biased presentations of newsworthy topics in a trivial or tabloid manner.[
  Elder states, “It’s obvious they don’t won’t the facts of this case to get out. The truth needs to be heard & the news paper has continuously refused my attempts to tell my story. It’s my opinion they know if the truth gets out the police aren’t going to look good in the end but don’t worry I tape my conversations over the last 2yrs & the truths going to be heard on cross exam on 5-22-2014. The truth will come to the light..”   However in Rutledge vs. Town of Chatham, Va which was filed in the same court.  The same newspaper would report the parties dismissed and include the fact that the lawsuit was allowed to proceed against Officer Roach in 2010.  Also, during the Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisor lawsuit there would be wide spread coverage of every hearing which included the trial.  Moreover, it appears that the Michael Elder case is not being covered because of the newspaper inability to write anything negative about the City of Danville, Va and its employee but will play tough any other local government in their coverage area.  Moreover, Michael Elder claims are becoming well-founded as he scolded Robert Benson, lead editor for the Danville Register and Bee, for lack of reporting his trial against the City’s police department today on facebook.
      It appears that the Danville, Va Register and Bee will only write articles against any other local government but the City of Danville which may put them in a negative light.   Danville, Va Register and Bee is known for attacking and trying to discredit black leadership.  However, the most important people know the truth and consider the Danville Register and Bee newspaper another method of racism, discrimination, and suppression of black news and accomplishments.  Louis Farrakhan stated to the black community and to its leadership to beware of the spin doctors in the media, they can make Jesus appear to be a tyrant.  Thank you Michael Elder for staying on top of these puppet masters.

Reporting,

Merle T Rutledge Jr News

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Getting rid of Trash! Rutledge comes to the Town of Chatham!

Since being here and being involved in the DMV case against the Town of Chatham, Va for issuing traffic tickets outside of jurisdiction. Players that was named in the suit retired or resigned.

Larry Gott, Town of Chatham, Va attorney during the time in which this fraud was being done by local government officials.

Judge Charles Strauss, Pittsylvania County, Virginia Circuit Judge that presided over appeals from defendants based off these tickets for the past 4 years.

David Grimes, Commonwealth Attorney of Pittsylvania County: Virginia, retired and was responsible for prosecuting crimes in connection to these tickets issued by the Town of Chatham. 

They all retired months after the lawsuit was filed. I have no problems getting rid of trash. It will be more giving up their color of the law authority.

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rticle on the record of Chief Marvin Wright admitting to illegal
activity for 4 years

By TIM DAVIS
Star-Tribune Editor
A candidate for Chatham mayor has filed a federal lawsuit over a
highway safety grant that allows police officers to enforce traffic
laws outside the town limits.
Merle T. Rutledge Jr. sent a notice of intent to sue to the Virginia
Department of Motor Vehicles and governor’s office on July 31 and
filed papers Monday in U.S. District Court in Danville.

The lawsuit has not been filed pending a ruling by a federal judge on
Rutledge’s request to waive the $350 civil filing fee, a court clerk
said.
Rutledge, 30, a recent pre-law graduate of Norfolk State University,
is acting as his own attorney in the case.
At issue is a DMV High-way Safety Grant received by Chatham to enforce
traffic laws on U.S. 29 along the bypass to Tightsqueeze.
The $16,000 grant pays police officers overtime to patrol a limited
area outside the town and is intended to target areas that need
additional enforcement, said Chatham Police Chief Marvin Wright.
According to Wright, the grant, which was approved by town council,
also can be used for police car maintenance and to purchase equipment
like radar units.
The chief said the town has received the DMV grant for four years and
hasn’t gotten any complaints.
“This is not just Chatham and Pittsylvania County,” said Wright.
“These DMV grants are all over. Every jurisdiction has a DMV grant.”
To read more of this story, pick up this week’s Star-Tribune or call
434-432-2791             to subscribe.The Town of Chatham, Va
police department does not have a cooperation agreement with
Pittsylvania Co or the Virginia State Police.  They are illegally
giving out traffic tickets as part of the Virginia Highway Safety
Grant program which is federal monies issued through the State.  Also,
the grant does not extend jurisdiction to police departments.  This
article released by the Chatham Tribune August 17, 2012 is a interview
with the Police Chief that admits to breaking the law.

By TIM DAVIS
Star-Tribune Editor
A candidate for Chatham mayor has filed a federal lawsuit over a
highway safety grant that allows police officers to enforce traffic
laws outside the town limits.
Merle T. Rutledge Jr. sent a notice of intent to sue to the Virginia
Department of Motor Vehicles and governor’s office on July 31 and
filed papers Monday in U.S. District Court in Danville.

The lawsuit has not been filed pending a ruling by a federal judge on
Rutledge’s request to waive the $350 civil filing fee, a court clerk
said.
Rutledge, 30, a recent pre-law graduate of Norfolk State University,
is acting as his own attorney in the case.
At issue is a DMV High-way Safety Grant received by Chatham to enforce
traffic laws on U.S. 29 along the bypass to Tightsqueeze.
The $16,000 grant pays police officers overtime to patrol a limited
area outside the town and is intended to target areas that need
additional enforcement, said Chatham Police Chief Marvin Wright.
According to Wright, the grant, which was approved by town council,
also can be used for police car maintenance and to purchase equipment
like radar units.
The chief said the town has received the DMV grant for four years and
hasn’t gotten any complaints.
“This is not just Chatham and Pittsylvania County,” said Wright.
“These DMV grants are all over. Every jurisdiction has a DMV grant.”

 

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Rick Perry puts foot in mouth at S.C debate 1/16/2012 (Federal vs State) (Voter ID in S.C vs Virginia Ballot requirements)

Rick Perry stated that he supports the South Carolina voter I.D law in order to get votes from S.C Governor Haley endorsement.  He was against the Obama Administration filing a lawsuit against the South Carolina because the voter i.d law unfairly restricts low income people in the state from voting due to its long standing history of discrimination against other ethnic groups other than white.  However, Governor of Texas Rick Perry failed to state that he is personally going up against the Commonwealth of Virginia ballot voting requirements, which is a state rights law, with a lawsuit, which is a state in America, whom has state ballot requirement for candidates and voters, and all those trying to be listed on the Virginia ballot.  Rick Perry accuses the federal government for getting involved in state affairs, but does not use the same harsh criticism, in his own pursuit, already being pushed in State of Virginia to have his name on the ballot.  Does the Texas Governor think that the laws of Virginia and South Carolina, depending on which side of the issue that benefits himself personally is on, is allowed to have him intrude and infringe on state law since he is not a member of Federal Government.  The problem really is that he is part of state Government and trying to intrude on another state government.  Governor Perry should dismiss his lawsuit immediately against the Republican party and the Commonwealth of Virginia because his action is a direct attempt to restrict a state’s voting rights.  Maybe Governor Perry should take his own advice at the South Carolina debate and practice what he preach.  Governor Perry should just drop out of the race because he got a round of applause by being a hyprocrit or maybe some in the audience forgot Governor Perry pursuit against state rights in Virginia. Also Rick Perry isn’t the only one filing a lawsuit against another State at this level than shouldn’t states be worried about their intrusion at a Federal level.

Merle Rutledge

Norfolk, Chatham, Virginia

 

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