How to get off a driving while talking on cell phone ticket? What would you say to the judge?
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If this is a first ticket, the police officer will very likely offer to change your ticket to a lesser traffic offense that carries no points and is likely a less expensive fine. The judge will usually ask why you deserve this generosity from the police, and you show him a head set you've bought to use in the car and your driving record and prove you won't do it again.
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Be honest and tell the judge, "Your honor, I apologize for being young and stupid. I realize that I put myself, and those around me in mortal danger. I will not drive while distracted in the future, and will try to educate my peers me not to either. My premiums going up as a result of this is a lesson in itself, and consider this is a lesson learned."
Before you sit down say, "Charcha out!" and give him the peace symbol.
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personal experience
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In missdemeanor cases there is no burden of evidence. Evidence needs to be provided only in criminal cases and this is not it. You can not dispute the ticket on the ground of evidence.
So I'd do it like this:
- admitt
- say you're sorry
- be humble
- say this will be a good lesson for you for the future
- promise not to do it again
I'd also go out and buy a wireless bluetooth headset and take it to court with me. And while saying I'm sorry show it to the judge proving I'm taking the issue seriously.
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That would be a very good "lie" but, I don't think the judge will buy it. I'm sure the judge has heard that line told too many times. Your answer is great, it's just that I don't want to lie about it. I was thinking something like, asking the police officer to show prove or etc...
And by saying you you admit guilt (that you really were talking on the phone). So that's not such a good idea.
When it comes to your word against a cop you'll lose. Besides, your phone records combined the timing on the ticket will prove you are committing perjury.
Your only hope is to plead guilty and request a fix-it order (or at least a reduced fine) so that you can use the money you save on the fine to buy a wireless solution for your phone.
Never try to waste a judge's time. Sit in traffic court for a couple hours, you'll hear all kinds of crazy excuses and the judge has heard them all. Your story will not be new or interesting. Be polite, don't waste the courts time, thank the judge and pay the lady.
