Legal Question in Traffic Law in New Jersey
I live in NJ. I was driving the speed limit (MPH), and a car pulled out without stopping at the stop sign. They then slowed down to MPH. I honked my horn at them. And when the road became 2 lanes, I passed them and gave them the finger.
The driver of the other car, then quickly pulled up next to me and flashed his badge, making me pull over. I had no idea he was a cop, as there were no markings on his car. He's a lieutenant
He called in for a patrol car to pull up and assist him. They took my license, insurance, and registration. They went back to their cars, and did whatever they do.
The lieutenant then handed me my paperwork back and said there will be a summons mailed to me. I was then free to leave.
I was never told what exactly I was pulled over for.
Is this legal? Can I fight this if I actually get a summons?
Thank you
6 Answers from Attorneys
Yes you can fight it. Yes it is legal. Maybe you shouldn't give anyone the finger. Please call my office if you want to retain me.
You are lucky the other driver wasn't a road rage, gun carrying misfit.
You can indicate at court that you did not know it was a policeman...you also have the defense of "freedom of speech" which MIGHT work, but you should apologize to the police officer certainly, or better yet, let YOUR ATTORNEY do it for you
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You can fight it. Be careful about giving other driver's the finger.
It sounds like the cop was being a real PIA on the road. I would have probably given him the finger too.
I would have to see exactly what you are charged with before I could give you a definite answer to your question, but in general you always have a right to a trial on any charge against you. Once you get the ticket please contact my office to discuss how I can assist you in this matter. Thank you.
SIncerely yours, -Ronald Aronds, Esq.-
www.njworkerscompensationlaw.com
You definately have the right to fight any summons that the Officer may issue to you, at the time you posted this question you do not know what that is, and it is difficult to advise someone about what to expect when they have not yet received a summons or maybe several summonses. It is legal and the Officer can pull you over if he feels that you have done something illegal. Giving the guy the finger does not help, but whether you actually are guilty of an actual traffic violation would be up for a Judge to determine if you choose to go to trial. feel free to call with any questions (201)-894-9498
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