Legal Question in Traffic Law in Florida

Hello, I recently received a speeding ticket. I was following a cop who was speeding without his lights on. I wasn't paying any attention to my speedometer, because I figured that if cops are suppose to be the example, we should be able to do what they do, thus I figured the safest place to be on the road was behind a cop. He changed lanes and slowed down, I began to slow down as he was changing lanes. Is this right? What do you think would be the result if I decided to take it to court, because I feel like this was entrapment? My two options that I'm considering is either fighting it in court, or just paying it and taking the class. The cop did technically give me a break on the price of the ticket by saying that I was only going 9 over while I was going more than 9 over. And he said, that if I fought it, I'd be responsible for the original price. That said, he was kinda disrespectful in that he wouldn't let me ask any questions or get a word in edge wise.


Asked on 12/06/11, 7:06 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Nicholas Dorsten Blake & Dorsten, P.A.

If you fight it, it sounds like you will pay a larger fine. It may not be fair but the old adage "Do what I say, not what I do" sounds like it applies in this case. You may want to consider hiring a local criminal defense attorney for this ticket. It is usuually inexpensive to fight and they may be able to get your case dropped or at least keep points off of your license!

Good luck,

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Answered on 12/07/11, 8:25 am


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