4-16-08
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There are 13 ways that a Radar reading may be in error according to the website Speeding Ticket -- Fighting or Plea Bargaining
(Goggle it)
40 questions to ask the officer in court when ticketed with the officer using radar can be found in a book on fighting traffic tickets published by NOLO.(The officer isn't required to appear in court but may do so in Wa. Nontheless this is helpful in preparing an argument on the defects that can occur when radar is used to determine the speed a particular car is traveling.
These two references also have guidelines on Discovery (obtaining a copy of the officer's notes,radar info etc.' asking for a continuance, filing a trial by Affadavit (Declaration), preparing for trial,cross-examination of the officer at trial.
Google Errors in Radar Reading for speeding tickets for furthur proof that a radar reading can be wrong.
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In Washington State the officer is not required to attend the hearing. He is required to file a written report and the citation with the court within five business days.
The judge MUST dismiss the speeding ticket if it is not filed within the five day limit. To have the case dismissed the defendant MUST appear and make a motion for dismissal.
Google Washington State Speeding Ticket which brings up sites for additional information.
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