March, 7 2003
To: Jason Smith, Martel Electronics
From: Deputy Sheriff Michael Shafer

          Jason, I would like to take the time to tell you how pleased our department is with the two Dash Hound Camera systems we have purchased from you.
          We have had the cameras for a little over a year now and they have proven to be quite versatile in their function. The simple installation has proven to be a wonderful asset when we have a vehicle in for repairs and a spare vehicle has to be used for several days. The camera switches over in just minutes and is ready to use for patrol work.
          The ability to remove this camera from its mount in just seconds has made it a very valuable tool. I have used this to document evidence at vehicular homicide, domestic abuse and burglary crime scenes. The collection of visual evidence of tire tread, shoe prints and injuries from assaults has been of huge benefit in getting suspects to plead guilty prior to trial or getting them convicted at trial, not to mention all of the benefits of using a camera for traffic stops and arrests.
          Now only are we able to show the video, with our computer system, we are able to stop video and print full color stills from the video to present as evidence if needed. I rarely use a camera anymore.
          I have been a Deputy Sheriff for five years now and prior to that a South Dakota State Trooper for eleven years. The two video systems that I used prior to this did not even compare in both quality of picture and versatility in patrol use.           I am glad I found your web site when looking into the camera purchase. Thanks for providing such an outstanding product to Law Enforcement.

Sincerely,

Michael A Shafer, 9A8
Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office
Deadwood, SD