What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Virginia
The other day I got pulled over for reckless driving (80/55) on 395 in Arlington.
I was on my way back from taking my Aunt to work and thought the road wasn't open the cars around me where going similar speeds and I just wasn't watching my speedometer. I realize that isn't an excuse the Judge will believe, but that was the situation. This is my first offence on an otherwise spotless record.
There is no way I can afford a lawyer as I am unemployed at the moment. I know that this is a serious offence and that there are serious consequences if I'm found guilty. So, I was hoping there was some advice anyone could give me. Among many things:
Should I plead guilty?
I have long hair (I am a guy) should I just tie it back or get it cut?
Are there any steps I can take to show the judge that I have corrected my behavior outside of taking a driving course?
Are there any documents I should obtain?
Also, how severe is punishment, on average, for first time offenders?
Thank you in advance.
The other day I got pulled over for reckless driving (80/55) on 395 in Arlington.
I was on my way back from taking my Aunt to work and thought the road wasn't open the cars around me where going similar speeds and I just wasn't watching my speedometer. I realize that isn't an excuse the Judge will believe, but that was the situation. This is my first offence on an otherwise spotless record.
There is no way I can afford a lawyer as I am unemployed at the moment. I know that this is a serious offence and that there are serious consequences if I'm found guilty. So, I was hoping there was some advice anyone could give me. Among many things:
Should I plead guilty?
I have long hair (I am a guy) should I just tie it back or get it cut?
Are there any steps I can take to show the judge that I have corrected my behavior outside of taking a driving course?
Are there any documents I should obtain?
Also, how severe is punishment, on average, for first time offenders?
Thank you in advance.