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.
1.) Got proof you didnt go 83? They probably do have evidence saying that you did
2.) Witness? Unless it is a digital speedgauge, it highly likely that when your sister reads 80 it is actually 83 instead.
3.) Speedslimits are there because of bureaucrats wanting moar money
4.) So if everyone drove 120mph there, I guess its ok to drive 120 mph aswell?
5.) 65 is 65. If the road was open enough to change lanes easily why did you have to drive 83 then to do so?
I'm sorry but that defense needs some rethinking.