Here is where she went wrong. If you’re given the choice between court appearances, traffic school or pay fine by mail, paying by mail should never be an option because it’s goes against your record as a conviction. I always advise friends and family to request a court date.
In court you can ask for supervision. You may still pay a fine, but if granted it won’t go against your driving record.
Also, there is always a chance that the officer does not make your court call and they can’t testify against you if they aren’t there. If that is the case and you plead not guilty, the judge has to dismiss your ticket.
Traffic school is also a better alternative if that is an option. Four to eight hours out of your week for class, along with school fees still keeps it off your record.
Keep these thoughts in mind the next time you receive a ticket. It just may save you a 9-hour drive and any fines associated with it.
The Next Time You’re Fighting A Speeding Ticket, Do This was originally published on blackdoctor.org
