The Moz 71 Posted November 2, 2007 I got a ticket driving in this morning going through a construction zone ( 350 focking bucks ) . The limit is 45 I was clocked at 48 and the bastard pulls me over as if he had nothing better to do. Never in my life have i ever been pulled over for going less than at least 10 miles over. Talked to a few people this morning and some were saying if I fight it in court it would get thrown out because it was less than 5 miles over. Wondering if anyone knows if there is any truth to this ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phillybear 366 Posted November 2, 2007 Before it goes to trial, ask to see the documents for the radar gun. You have a legal right to view them. You want to see if it's been calibrated properly, etc. Since the paperwork is rarely kept up with and/or updated properly, you could argue that you were indeed going the speed limit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eagles Green 34 Posted November 2, 2007 I got a ticket driving in this morning going through a construction zone ( 350 focking bucks ) . The limit is 45 I was clocked at 48 and the bastard pulls me over as if he had nothing better to do. Never in my life have i ever been pulled over for going less than at least 10 miles over. Talked to a few people this morning and some were saying if I fight it in court it would get thrown out because it was less than 5 miles over. Wondering if anyone knows if there is any truth to this ? Fight it for sure. Say you were positive you were going the speed limit and you believe the radar was inaccurate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jerryskids 7,132 Posted November 2, 2007 I got a ticket driving in this morning going through a construction zone ( 350 focking bucks ) . The limit is 45 I was clocked at 48 and the bastard pulls me over as if he had nothing better to do. Never in my life have i ever been pulled over for going less than at least 10 miles over. Talked to a few people this morning and some were saying if I fight it in court it would get thrown out because it was less than 5 miles over. Wondering if anyone knows if there is any truth to this ? Prolly depends on your state and the way they treat construction zone violations. In AZ for instance, school zones are 15 with zero tolerance. I got a ticket once and went down to challenge. I ended up being sent to a magistrate to discuss. After the discussion, I was convinced not to challenge. And he "court ordered" me to traffic school which was a lot cheaper than the ticket. Perhaps you could try the same? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 6,939 Posted November 2, 2007 Too late to get out of it. you should have blown him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swirvenirvin 25 Posted November 2, 2007 I think if you log into the no hassle league on yahoo and actually set your lineup for once, you can probably get out of the ticket Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Moz 71 Posted November 2, 2007 I think if you log into the no hassle league on yahoo and actually set your lineup for once, you can probably get out of the ticket Never realized how focking greta my NHL team was ! -- 5-3 and neva even set a line up also Line up now adjusted and set Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redtodd 7 Posted November 2, 2007 I would definitely argue it. As mentioned above, go after the calibration reports for the gun. But at the very least, the difference in the reading versus the speed limit is so small, it doesn't take into account margin for error. Worst case scenario, they reduce the price fo the ticket and make it a charge that does not affect your insurance. $350 is ridiculous for 3 MPH over. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Moz 71 Posted November 2, 2007 I would definitely argue it. As mentioned above, go after the calibration reports for the gun. But at the very least, the difference in the reading versus the speed limit is so small, it doesn't take into account margin for error. Worst case scenario, they reduce the price fo the ticket and make it a charge that does not affect your insurance. $350 is ridiculous for 3 MPH over. In Indiana theres a new Construction zone law -- 1st ticket -- 350 , 2nd ticket - 500 3rd ticket 1000 ! after that license suspended and 1K ticket. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IAMWood 6 Posted November 3, 2007 In Indiana theres a new Construction zone law -- 1st ticket -- 350 , 2nd ticket - 500 3rd ticket 1000 ! after that license suspended and 1K ticket. Request a jury trial. No jury will convict you of that, it will never make it that far. They will at LEAST offer deferred adjudication. Asst. DA's know know about d!ckhead cops. They won't try this, waste of time. You just have to show up, they are counting on you not. your call. I always show up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TommyGavin 790 Posted November 3, 2007 since you didnt blow the cop you have limited options. blow the judge blow the DA Pay the fine THEN get asssed raped during your first day Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
