california - wrong way on a one way street

[ravetildon]

What is the name of your state? CA

I went the wrong way on a roundabout . Instead og going all the way around the round about, I just went around the front part of it. Is there a way out of this?

 

[sukharev]

Generally, No. You can talk to DA and see if he can reduce the charges, but unless the signs were confusing, you are guilty as charged.

 

[garrula lingua]

That is a misdemeanor charge, not a traffic violation.

You have the right to a lawyer.
You may qualify for the Public Defender's services. If you appear, at the arraignment and plea, representing yourself, you may come to an agreement with the Prosecutor regarding a disposition.

If you don't agree, try to get the services of the PD, or ask the court to continue the arraignment and plea so you can consult with a private attorney.

You are looking a a full-blown misdemeanor jury trial, not a traffic court trial.

 

[sukharev]

Whatever, unless the signs were not clear there is no excuse. What would be the defense strategy?

 

[CdwJava]

Specifically, what section were you cited for?

- Carl