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I was pulled over for following too closely, but I was obeying the 2 second rule, the cop pulled into a turn lane, didn't turn, then merged back into traffic, he followed me for exactly 1 mile to where I could not see his headlights, what should I do?

By RyPaL32492 Asked Jun 23 2009 7:42AM
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by Ailsa on Jun 23, 2009 at 7:51 am Permalink

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Not much you can do, if you got a fine pay it, there wont be aby evidence to say you didnt do it
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by Twisted Taco on Jun 23, 2009 at 7:50 am Permalink

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Pay the ticket
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by Shan is Purrrrrfectly Happy on Jun 23, 2009 at 7:55 am Permalink

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you were obeying the wrong rule to avoid tailgating ~ its called the 3 second rule. there is not much you can do to refute this, you have no other witnesses. i would just pay the ticket.
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Avatar Shan is Purrrrrfectly Happy Jun, 23 2009 at 09:33 AM
the bottom line is its your word against the cops. judges tend to favor cops, as they have sworn to uphold the law, and they have long-standing track records with the court. you on the other hand are a complete stranger ~ they dont know you from adam. plus, you are a juvenile, and young drivers tend to be more aggressive. i would hire an attorney if you want to improve your chances of winning. sure, you can dispute it, but your success depends on whether the judge chooses to believe you over the cop and his or her mood that day. good luck.
Avatar RyPaL32492 Jun, 23 2009 at 10:47 AM
Would being a "good student" tend to work in my favor as well? Next year will be my senior year and everyone I know is taking the easy way out and coasting through their last year of high school. I, on the other hand, have passed my College Placement Test (CPT) and will be enrolled in 4 college classes, as well as honors courses. Will this have any effect of their decision? I've never been to court before.
Avatar Shan is Purrrrrfectly Happy Jun, 23 2009 at 10:53 AM
good grades can help. but the prior driving offense on your record might override that.


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