Legal Question in Traffic Law in Georgia

I almost side swiped an officer making a last minute lane change without proper turn signals. I am 19 and in college making straight A's and have a job as an after school teacher at a local public Elementary school. I had a lot on my plate that day and was going out of my way to see a friend perform in a musical competition in a different city. I had a friend in the car, who at the last minute, told me I needed to make a turn so I quickly did so and almost hit the officer. I did quickly check my blind spot and didn't see anyone there but when I moved he came flying by. I thInk he may have been speeding. In court, can I make this case and ask for alternate form of punishment (to save myself and my parents money), or would I be laughed at and end up wasting my time? Is it worth attempting to accuse the officer of speeding even though I was in the wrong also? Thanks for looking over this. It would greatly help my parents and me.


Asked on 1/03/14, 1:39 pm

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Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

A conviction on a ticket can mean more than just the fine and license points. It can also mean added insurance rates for several years. Given that, it may pay to talk to a local lawyer who might assist with a disposition that might help with those effects.

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Answered on 1/03/14, 3:42 pm


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