Legal Question in Traffic Law in New Jersey
speeding ticket not accurate
I got a speeding ticket from an NJ state trooper. He
writes that I was doing 70 in a 55 but then checks the
box that says that I was doing 20-24mph over the limit.
Does this make the ticket invalid?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: speeding ticket not accurate
Generally the answer is no. That does not mean, however, that there are not any defenses. Additionally, it may be possible to plea to a lesser speed or lesser charge thereby reducing or eliminating the points.
Feel free to contact me to discuss further as there is no charge for initial consultations.
Daniel Kelley
Re: speeding ticket not accurate
It might. The summns must give you reasonable notice of what the charge is and there is some ambiguity. On the other hand it might be argued that the trooper made a mathematical error and the charge is doing 70 in a 55 mph zone.
You will probably be able to convince the prosecutor that you at least have a plausiable argument for dismissing summons and be able to negotiate a no point violation, a four point reduction that non lawyers are not able to work out without an attorney. Do not tip your hand too early. Within thiry days of the offense date the ticket can be revised on motion by the prosecutor.
Gary Moore, Esquire
Hackensack, New Jersey
800 273 7933
www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com
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