Legal Question in Traffic Law in Virginia

Traffic Court Appeals

I went to court to fight a ticket for running a red light because I know for a fact I was not guilty. It was the officers word against mine and he wasnt 100% accurate with his recolection. He also countered my account of things claiming false recount to validate his claims. Despite this the judge ''reduced'' my charge to ''failure to observe highway sign'' Because I know for a fact I did not run a red light and that I did not disregard a highway sign I have filed an appeal to the verdict. What do I have to prove to win on appeal? Does the officer have to be there? I feel like I am going to get found guilty of something I didnt do just because the officer claims I did it.


Asked on 2/12/08, 8:50 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: Traffic Court Appeals

In deference to the ticketing officer's account of matters and in further consideration of what is likely to be considered "the break" already given to you by the traffic court judge, the circuit court will likely sustain the verdict of the lower court in disposing of your appeal.

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Answered on 2/12/08, 11:20 pm


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