Legal Question in Traffic Law in Wisconsin
I recieved a citation by a Wisconsin State Trooper for "too fast for conditions" I was in a cloverleaf going from one Interstate to another. The road was slippery, I hit a patch of ice and went into the ditch. I was travelling well below the posted 65 mph speed limit. I feel I did show due diligence by slowing down and going 15 mph below the speed limit. I'd like to contest this ticket and wanted to know what kind of points I can bring up to the judge/or county attorney when I have to show up for the pre-trial conference.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Although an experienced traffic lawyer may be able to negotiate a major reduction, it does not sound to me as if you would have a very strong defense if you refused to plea bargain and went to trial. The fact that you spun out more or less proves that your speed was to high to allow you to keep your vehicle under control in the icy conditions which existed at that time. Although this may not have been your fault, unfortunately, fault is not an element which must be proven by the government in order to convict you of a minor traffic regulation. Any time your driving, equipment or insurance does not comply with the rules, you may be cited. Rather than objecting to being convict of anything, you should ask your lawyer to try for something which will have less impact upon your car insurance and drivers license points. These comments are intended for public educational purposes only rather than as legal advice for you. However, you are welcome to contact my Racine office if you have further questions.
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