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Old 10-14-2008, 07:06 AM
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Speeding Ticket last night


What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? NY

I was pulled over last night and given a ticket for going 60 in a 45 zone. I honestly do not believe I was traveling 60 mph. At most I was going 55. There is a stop sign about 200 yards ahead of where the trooper was sitting so I was on the decline in speed. I saw him sitting on the right hand shoulder and immediately slowed down since none of his lights were on and I thought it was a disabled vehicle. He immediately turned his lights on and promptly pulled me over as soon as I made the right hand turn. I asked him to show me the radar gun and he said to show up in court and he would prove it.

I know this is not relative but he was very young and very arrogant. He wanted nothing to do with a conversation and did not provide any proof of speeding.

What are my chances in court if I plead not guilty
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Old 10-14-2008, 07:41 AM
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At most I was going 55.
So you do admit to speeding.

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I asked him to show me the radar gun
Not required and in many cases, would be a violation of policy for the officer to do so.

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he said to show up in court and he would prove it.
This should have been a hint to you.

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I know this is not relative but he was very young and very arrogant.
That is your opinion. I won't matter in court.

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and did not provide any proof of speeding.
The officer does not have to prove anything on the side of the road. Remember the hint mentioned above?

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What are my chances in court if I plead not guilty
Zero based on your post. I would suggest you talk to a local attorney.
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Old 10-14-2008, 09:27 AM
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Not only does he admit that he was speeding, he also admits that he cannot truthfully testify as to his actual speed.
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