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Anyone ever go to court over a traffic violation? IM listening
Posted on 12/1/16 at 6:31 pm
Posted on 12/1/16 at 6:31 pm
Just got back from court. My son, who is 20 now, got a speeding ticket in Oakwood Ga when he was 19. Since he was under the age of 20, they wont let you pay it early, you must appear before the judge. Good experience for him.
But, I would have to say that going to court is very entertaining. Some of the stories those people tell the judge are so fricking stupid, I cant believe they expect him to believe a word of it.
Also had some guys in there from the county lock up. DUI's and probation issues. Had them in the nice orange jumpsuits. One guy on probation for 6 months and had not checked in with his probation officer once. Not once. Told the judge that he didn't know how to get in contact with him. Judge put his arse in lock up for 3 months. Dude started balling. 
Dumbass
My first time to night court.
But, I would have to say that going to court is very entertaining. Some of the stories those people tell the judge are so fricking stupid, I cant believe they expect him to believe a word of it.
Also had some guys in there from the county lock up. DUI's and probation issues. Had them in the nice orange jumpsuits. One guy on probation for 6 months and had not checked in with his probation officer once. Not once. Told the judge that he didn't know how to get in contact with him
. Judge put his arse in lock up for 3 months. Dude started balling. Dumbass My first time to night court.
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Posted on 12/1/16 at 6:37 pm to LanierSpots
Yes, and it was thrown out. The cop did not show up.
Posted on 12/1/16 at 6:39 pm to AUbagman
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Yes, and it was thrown out. The cop did not show up.
This was more of a plea set up. You could get it thrown out unless the judge was feeling good. You either plea guilty, not guilty or Nolo, If you plea not guilty, you come back at a later date
He just needed to pay his fine but since he was a minor when he got the ticket, Oakwood Ga makes you appear. It was an inconvenience for me but it was better for him. Maybe a lesson...
Posted on 12/1/16 at 6:43 pm to LanierSpots
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Since he was under the age of 20, they wont let you pay it early, you must appear before the judge. Good experience for him.
I live in Alabama. What is the purpose of this rule? Generates more revenue?
Posted on 12/1/16 at 6:45 pm to jangalang
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I live in Alabama. What is the purpose of this rule? Generates more revenue?
No. The ticket ended up being cheap. I think it is a way for them to make the minors accountable. There were a few minors who had more than 4 points on their license and got them taken away. He also made a few who had a second offense do community service
Sons was 60 in a 45mph zone. Going to work at 3am. $125 fine. It was his first offense
Posted on 12/1/16 at 6:49 pm to LanierSpots
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Sons was 60 in a 45mph zone. Going to work at 3am
Your son should've been pardoned just for going to work at 3am.
Posted on 12/1/16 at 6:50 pm to LanierSpots
I went after getting a ticket for improper lane change + tailgating.
Basically, I was entering the interstate via on ramp and I went over two lanes to the center lane because it was miraculously clear. Well, a state trooper took that as aggressive driving.
Payed the tailgating online, improper lane change was mandatory appearance. Judge asked me for the plea, pleaded guilty. Asked me what happened. Asked if I paid the other ticket, which I had. I guess that impressed her because she just made me pay a small $7ish court fee and I was on my way.
But yeah, the two guys before me were both there for a DUI. Probably helped me out
Basically, I was entering the interstate via on ramp and I went over two lanes to the center lane because it was miraculously clear. Well, a state trooper took that as aggressive driving.
Payed the tailgating online, improper lane change was mandatory appearance. Judge asked me for the plea, pleaded guilty. Asked me what happened. Asked if I paid the other ticket, which I had. I guess that impressed her because she just made me pay a small $7ish court fee and I was on my way.
But yeah, the two guys before me were both there for a DUI. Probably helped me out
Posted on 12/1/16 at 6:53 pm to TheJones
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But yeah, the two guys before me were both there for a DUI. Probably helped me out
Good possibility. I have to admit, this judge was pretty consistent. If you had a ticket, you were paying a fee. Nobody got out of anything. Georgia has crazy taxes on fines as well. Son's fine was $75. Total after taxes was $127. Unreal.
Posted on 12/1/16 at 6:55 pm to LanierSpots
Several times unfortunately with my lead footed daughters (F you...no pics). Fortunately my son is an attorney. Helps with getting points knocked off and insurance preserved. they still had to pay the fine though.
And. I do not pay fines for my driver kids. Nor do I bail out of jail.
And. I do not pay fines for my driver kids. Nor do I bail out of jail.
Posted on 12/1/16 at 7:10 pm to Pavoloco83
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And. I do not pay fines for my driver kids.
Neither do I.. He can pay his own
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Nor do I bail out of jail.
I would probably bail him out once. Then he is on his own. My father did that for me.
Posted on 12/1/16 at 7:12 pm to LanierSpots
You always struck me as a criminal
Posted on 12/1/16 at 7:20 pm to TheJones
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You always struck me as a criminal
It was more juvenile than criminal. I have managed to stay out of trouble for the most part.
Posted on 12/1/16 at 10:02 pm to LanierSpots
frick da police!
Posted on 12/1/16 at 10:13 pm to LanierSpots
I went for speeding. I was the last one and the judge asked me what happened. I told him the truth. He said you are not disputing your ticket? No sir, I was speeding.
He said thank you for your honesty. Your violation is dismissed and you will just need to pay the court fee. 23.00
He said thank you for your honesty. Your violation is dismissed and you will just need to pay the court fee. 23.00
Posted on 12/1/16 at 10:14 pm to Aubie Spr96
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frick da police!
Posted on 12/2/16 at 2:28 am to LanierSpots
I'm an LEO in Florida, some of the best excuses are made in traffic court.
I had to go a couple of weeks ago and the guy said a city cop wrote him for 44 in a 35 (actual speed 59 in a 35) just cut him a break. Well the defendant said I believed the speed limit was 45 and he wrote me for 44 so there's no way this ticket is valid
Most people go to traffic court to ask the judge to withhold the points on their license.
I had to go a couple of weeks ago and the guy said a city cop wrote him for 44 in a 35 (actual speed 59 in a 35) just cut him a break. Well the defendant said I believed the speed limit was 45 and he wrote me for 44 so there's no way this ticket is valid
Most people go to traffic court to ask the judge to withhold the points on their license.
Posted on 12/2/16 at 5:44 am to AUcs13
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Most people go to traffic court to ask the judge to withhold the points on their license.
Yea, he is making my son take a Defensive Driving course to reduce his points for me.
And I dont know what a LEO is
Posted on 12/2/16 at 7:12 am to LanierSpots
I've been as a witness and a defendant.
Some of the stories/excuses you will hear are indeed unbelievably stupid.
Saw a Domino Pizza driver show up for a speeding ticket while wearing his uniform (this was 30 years ago when the had their 30 minute guarantee and everyone new they drove like bats out of hell). One lady had been stopped for running a stop sign, her excuse was that was dark and she didn't see the sign; she showed the judge a picture of the stop sign at night...GUILTY.
The last time I was there, it was for running a red light/no stop for right on red. I knew I didn't do it, but what most people don't appreciate is that you have to give the judge a reason to doubt the cop, and I was prepared to do that. I got really lucky, and the cop could not remember the facts of the case so the judge dismissed. Really was a waste of time for me, because it was two trips (first to enter a plea) into a bad part of town, and two afternoons off work for a $40 fine with NO points, but I was mad as hell and wanted my day in court.
Agree, they do try to make it as big of a PIA as possible.
Some of the stories/excuses you will hear are indeed unbelievably stupid.
Saw a Domino Pizza driver show up for a speeding ticket while wearing his uniform (this was 30 years ago when the had their 30 minute guarantee and everyone new they drove like bats out of hell). One lady had been stopped for running a stop sign, her excuse was that was dark and she didn't see the sign; she showed the judge a picture of the stop sign at night...GUILTY.
The last time I was there, it was for running a red light/no stop for right on red. I knew I didn't do it, but what most people don't appreciate is that you have to give the judge a reason to doubt the cop, and I was prepared to do that. I got really lucky, and the cop could not remember the facts of the case so the judge dismissed. Really was a waste of time for me, because it was two trips (first to enter a plea) into a bad part of town, and two afternoons off work for a $40 fine with NO points, but I was mad as hell and wanted my day in court.
Agree, they do try to make it as big of a PIA as possible.
Posted on 12/2/16 at 7:33 am to LanierSpots
Law enforcement officer
Posted on 12/2/16 at 7:46 am to RockyMtnTigerWDE
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I went for speeding. I was the last one and the judge asked me what happened. I told him the truth. He said you are not disputing your ticket? No sir, I was speeding. He said thank you for your honesty. Your violation is dismissed and you will just need to pay the court fee. 23.00
I wish that shite still happened today.
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