re: OT: I could sure use some help. Re: my son's speeding ticket in Jefferson County

I dont live in GA (Jax, FL resident) and I am not an attorney but I do work for one. With what he is facing, you need to retain an attorney. Without an attorney representing him, there is a high probability that his license will get suspended and he will have to pay fines in full. With an attorney, he may have to end up paying the fine but at a minimum, the attorney will most likely be able to convince the judge from suspending his license. He may also be able to get the judge to reduce the fines. Attorneys are expensive but most of the time hiring one even for just a traffic violation is worth spending the money. Not sure if GA has the same judicial process but in FL you can ask the clerk to reschedule the hearing. Just remember the old saying: A man who represents himself in court has a fool for an attorney." Good luck to you and your son!