People v. Stankovich

At issue in this case are the following questions: Whether there was sufficient foundation for the introduction of radar evidence of speeding; whether the radar unit was functioning properly at the time; and whether the defendant was proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

The defendant was charged with driving 76 m. p. h. in a posted speed zone of 55 m. p. h., on Route 64 near Pearl Street in the Village of Glendale Heights. At the place in question, Route 64 is a straight four-lane highway, with some inclines and declines in its surface.

Ray W. Markham, a police officer of the Village, was…