How to Legally Get Out of a Speeding Ticket in Texas
No one enjoys the site of a police car pulling them over. Even worse is the idea of getting a ticket. The best defense against traffic violations in Texas is to drive according to the laws. If you find yourself getting pulled over for speeding, there are a few actions you can take to try to get out of a speeding ticket. There is no guaranteed way that you will be able to avoid one, but if you are ticketed, you may be able to fight it.
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Instructions
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Pull your vehicle over as soon as you realize you are being stopped. Police in Texas expect you to stop in a place that is safe for the officer to approach your vehicle and for traffic to continue smoothly. Put your car in park and roll down your window.
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Greet the officer very politely. Have your driver's license and registration ready. In Texas, you must also show proof of insurance. Do not be rude or combative with the officer. Try to remain very calm and cool, even if the officer is rude.
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Explain why you may have been going over the speed limit -- without making excuses. Maintain a polite demeanor. Kindly ask if the officer could just give you a warning rather than a ticket, as speeding tickets in Texas can be expensive. Being nice and polite is your best line of defense.
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Ask for the officer's name if he is adamant about ticketing you. Politely let him know that you plan on fighting the ticket. You could try meeting with him at a later time to explain your situation. Texas police officers give tickets because speeding is dangerous, but he may be willing to drop the ticket after the fact if you can make your case.
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Tips & Warnings
You can try to fight a ticket after you receive one by attending the court date and pleading "not guilty."
If the officer doesn't show up to the court date, the ticket may be dropped automatically.
If you show up to the court date and plead "guilty," you may get a reduction in the fine.
Arguing with the officer over a ticket is more likely to hurt your case than help it, even if you feel you were in the right.
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Ask the Court if you can take a Defensive Driving class for the Ticket. Then you don't have to pay the Ticket. (Only the Court fee).
