mtb0minime wrote:
And I plan on fighting this fucker in court. Any tips/advice?
Violation: I was on the 805-N (leaving San Diego) going 83mph according to the cop. (Max is 65 since it's a freeway)
My defense: For one, I wasn't going 83, more like 80. And those 3mph make a difference. (83 ~ 85, and 85 is 20mph over the limit, which is ridiculous). My sister was also in the car with me and she can be a witness to all this. Furthermore, speed limits are there to protect people; I was not even driving remotely reckless. I was simply passing someone. It's not like I was weaving in and out of lanes and trying to speed by everyone. The average speed of the rest of the cars was probably around 75 to 80. The road was open enough for me to change lanes easily and not endanger anyone.
Thanks in advance, and if you need/want any other info, just ask and I'll try to answer.
Oh, also, the weather was clear and sunny, great conditions, dry road, perfect visibility. And it was about 1pm.
Yeah your points have no merit what so ever. Your speedometer said 80, is it a calibrated and certified speedo, i doubt it, i guarantee the radar gun is more accurate than your speedo.
the fact you weren't driving recklessly only means you get a speeding ticket not a reckless op. suck it up pay it and learn, you broke the law even if everyone else does it doesn't make it right. And I'm no Mr. perfect either, I've had 9 speeding tickets and lost my license twice for it, but I broke the law and paid the consequence without whining about it.