Your argument should be clear, concise, and persuasive. State the reasons why you believe you should not have been charged and present any evidence that supports your case. Use specific examples and be as detailed as possible.
Your argument should be clear, concise, and persuasive. State the reasons why you believe you should not have been charged and present any evidence that supports your case. Use specific examples and be as detailed as possible.
The main reason to contest all traffic tickets is to make sure your driving record stays clean. This will help you avoid any serious issues down the road (no pun intended.) With multiple violations, the stakes rise quickly.
Yes you should plead not guilty and consult with an attorney to discuss your options. At the very least, it might be possible to have the speed lowered to limit or eliminate any points.
Common Defenses Against Speeding Tickets Inaccurate Estimation of Speed by the Officer. Questioning the Officer's Vantage Point and Conditions During the Incident. Radar and Lidar Inaccuracies. Calibration and Maintenance Records of the Device. Operator Error or Improper Use of the Device. Driving to Avoid Harm or Danger.
They have to show where they got you and that the speed measuring device was in calibration at the time, in ance with State standards. They will generally provide all the documentation from the radar, but to be clear, officer testimony is evidence.
In conclusion, fighting a speeding ticket is a critical step to protect your driving record, avoid increased insurance premiums, and prevent potential license suspension.
If an officer doesn't show up to traffic court, their absence might be in your favor. But while an unexcused absence can mean the court will dismiss your case, an excused absence doesn't always mean that your case will be dismissed. Notably, even if the officer isn't present, the prosecutor can represent the state.
If the officer does not show up, the judge can, in his or her discretion, continue the trial to another date. Usually they don't do that, because you have already shown up once and the court usually doesn't want to inconvenience you by having you come back, but it is within their right to do so.