Legal Question in Traffic Law in District of Columbia

Fighting a speeding ticket and winning

I would like to obtain some information as to how to fight a speeding ticket literally. The offense took place in Washington, DC, the officer stated that I was doing 80 in a posted 35-mile zone, not true, but issued a ticket for 50 in a 35-mile zone (calls himself giving me a break). I noticed two police cruisers merging onto the parkway and immediately slowed to the posted speed limit. Problem, how is officer able to clock my speed from a different lane (I�m in the left, he�s in the right)? Moreover, other cars where passing officer. When the officer decides to pull behind me I immediately signal and change to the right lane giving the officer room to pass, when I do this the officer changes lanes too and then decides to pull me over. Would it be more effective to have a hearing by mail or in-person? I know that speedy tickets are a business, one that benefits the state and/or city and insurance companies. I�ve been driving for 20 years and have never received a speeding ticket. I know that speeding violations garner points and higher insurance premiums, none of which I want to happen. I think the real cause for bei


Asked on 8/21/06, 1:10 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Adele Abrams Law Office of Adele L. Abrams PC

Re: Fighting a speeding ticket and winning

Our firm handles traffic and other matters in DC and MD. If you have a clean record, you have an interest in keeping it that way (esp. concerning insurance premiums) and even 50 in a 35 can carry a hefty penalty and points. There are certainly ways to beat a ticket and we can outline your options during an initial consultation. Please see our website at www.aabramslaw.com for more details.

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Answered on 8/22/06, 12:22 am


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