Jurisdiction: Oakland, California
I just received my frist ticket today, where the officer accused me of going 40+ in a 30 zone for the duration of the time that she was behind me (not prior to that), though when I asked for a more specific number she could not give it to me.
I saw her turn behind me about 1/4 mile back where she proceeded to tail me for that long. I remembered going approximately 38-39 mph at that time and having slowed down to 32-34 or so as soon as she "got on my tail." I can testify to the fact that half the time, I remember staring directly at the speedometer, trying not to speed. In fact, my foot was on the break about 80% of the time. After about a quarter of a mile, she flashed her lights and pulled me over.
I just recently changed my tires so I realize that my speedometer may have been incorrect. However, I don't think I was as far as 20%+ off. Is it reasonable to say that I wasn't aware of an expectation to check my speedometer every X duration?
Is that possible? What are my options?
Being a 1st year law student, I can hardly afford any expenses outside of my tuition/books. Please help!
I just received my frist ticket today, where the officer accused me of going 40+ in a 30 zone for the duration of the time that she was behind me (not prior to that), though when I asked for a more specific number she could not give it to me.
I saw her turn behind me about 1/4 mile back where she proceeded to tail me for that long. I remembered going approximately 38-39 mph at that time and having slowed down to 32-34 or so as soon as she "got on my tail." I can testify to the fact that half the time, I remember staring directly at the speedometer, trying not to speed. In fact, my foot was on the break about 80% of the time. After about a quarter of a mile, she flashed her lights and pulled me over.
I just recently changed my tires so I realize that my speedometer may have been incorrect. However, I don't think I was as far as 20%+ off. Is it reasonable to say that I wasn't aware of an expectation to check my speedometer every X duration?
Is that possible? What are my options?
Being a 1st year law student, I can hardly afford any expenses outside of my tuition/books. Please help!