Legal Question in Traffic Law in South Carolina

Please help with my reckless driving ticket

While I was on vacation in Charleston, South Carolina, I was stopped by a police officer. The situation was that I was driving in a right turn only lane, and the line was still dotted and there was also a vehicle with the emergency lights on in front of me. I turned on my blinker and accelerated to move into the left lane. During this a police officer jumped in front of my car and waved me over to the side. I was given a careless operation ticket, with a fine of 242 dollars along with no proof of insurance at 97 dollars. When asked why I was recieving a careless operation ticket, he threatened to arrest me and tow my car. I dont know what I did wrong and the officer refused to let me know. Is this legal, did I do something wrong? I really need help because I can't go back there and dispute it with the courts. What is it that I should do. If you have any questions please e-mail me back.


Asked on 4/18/04, 9:19 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Johnston Law Offices of Robert J. Johnston

Re: Please help with my reckless driving ticket

Its hard to answer your question without seeing the road, lines, arrows, etc. If it makes you feel any better, Careless Operation does not carry any points. Your welcome to call if you have any other questions. Robert J. Johnston 843-828-1137

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Answered on 4/19/04, 12:17 pm


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