Posts Tagged ‘Speeding’
5 Reasons a Traffic Lawyer Should Fight Your Maryland Ticket
We have all been there. Driving down the road, listening to our favorite music on the radio, or talking with family or friends in the car. Then, out of nowhere, a police officer is right behind you with his lights on. You’re getting pulled over. It is not a fun experience, to say the least.…
Read MoreI was going with the flow of traffic, is that a valid defense?
Going with the flow of traffic is not a defense. Here in Maryland, especially along the interstates (I-70, I-95, I-695, I-195, I-795, etc.), ‘the flow of traffic’ is generally above the posted speed limit. The way the speeding law is written (Transportation Article §21-801.1), as long as you are traveling above the posted speed limit, regardless…
Read MoreThere were other cars on the road around me, how does the police officer know it was me?
The answer to your question varies slightly depending on what technology the officer used to obtain your speed. In Maryland, almost all stops for speed are based on either LIDAR or RADAR (although your speed can be determined by pace, VASCAR, or other means). How the unit works and how the officer determines that the…
Read MoreDoes a police officer have to show me his RADAR gun?
It is a common misconception that an officer has to show you his RADAR or LIDAR (Laser) device. In Maryland they can’t even lock the speed in. At trial it comes down to the officer’s word against your word. The officer was presumably using equipment that has been calibrated and certified. Most stops in Maryland…
Read MoreWhat should I do when I get a ticket?
The first thing you should do is when the officer is walking up to your car, make sure that your hands were on steering wheel where the officer can see them Roll your window down before the officer gets thereIf you’re stopped at night, make sure that your interior light is on so the officer…
Read MoreHow should I comply with the ticket – Pay the Fine, Request a Waiver Hearing, or Request a Trial?
When you receive a traffic ticket or speeding ticket in the state of Maryland, you have 30 days to “Comply” with the ticket. Your three options are (1) pay the fine, (2) request a waiver hearing, (3) request a trial. The options for complying with a Maryland Traffic Citation – Pay Fine Amount, Request Waiver…
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