(1) Stop watches and analog measurement devices used in calculating speeds of motor vehicles shall be tested by a jeweler or watch repair-smith prior to being put into use and it shall be retested by a jeweler or watch repair-smith not less than once each six (6) months thereafter. The jeweler or watch repair-smith shall issue after each test, a certificate dated, signed and witnessed by the jeweler or watch repair-smith showing the degree of accuracy. Only the most recent six (6) month test certificate is required in order to establish the presumption available under Section 316.1905(3)(b), F.S.

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    (2) Electronic stop watches or electronic time based average speed calculators may be tested by a certified electronics technician meeting the requirements of Fl. Admin. Code R. 15B-2.009(1)(a), in the manner and within the time period described in subsection (1).
Rulemaking Authority 316.1905 FS. Law Implemented Florida Statutes § 316.1905. History-New 9-11-78, Formerly 15B-2.12, Amended 11-16-92, 10-18-94, 5-23-04.