Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Speeding ticket and pacing

I recieved a ticket in Barstow California on the way to LA. The way the police judged my speed was by pacing me. I was wondering if this way of determining my speed would stand up in court or if I could fight it.

Thanks.


Asked on 2/07/99, 8:11 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: Speeding ticket and pacing

The traditional method of determining the speed of a car is for the police officer to pace the suspected speeder. This method will definitely be accepted by the court.

Beating a speeding ticket is always tough. You can always get a trial date and then tell your story. If you intend to fight it get some help, either reading a good book or talking to an attorney.

You may want to consider traffic school.

Lyle Johnson

Lyle W. Johnson Attorney at Law

152 N. Third Street, Suite 510


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Answered on 2/12/99, 5:14 pm


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