2006-06-26 07:37:28 · 8 answers · asked by jamminursite 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
43 in a 25. the sign was obstructed with trees. ga law says 30 in a residential.
2006-06-26 07:41:20 · update #1
No lo contendre means that you are not contesting the ticket and will be penalized as though you have plead guilty, although you are not admitting guilt. The only way to fight is to enter a plea of not guilty. Your best bet is to consult with an attorney, because the prosecution most likely has a better understanding of court rules, statutes, and case law by which you are being prosecuted than you do. The judge in your case will be willing to grant you a continuance in order for you to have time to consult with an attorney because (assuming you are in the U.S.) you have the Constitutional right to assistance of counsel. Remember to NEVER ADMIT ANYTHING to the police, the D.A. or the judge in this case without having your attorney present, and only with his advising you to do so. Good luck!
2006-06-26 07:48:08 · answer #1 · answered by webfly2000 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Even if the sign was obscured, most states have laws stating what the speed limit is on certain types of roads if not posted differently.
If, before the end of the trial, you think you are going to lose, you can always ask if you can make a plea and end the trial. At that point you can plead nolo contendre. Be aware, though, that a nolo contendre conviction still gives you the points and the fine. You don't really get much benefit from using it in a case like this.
2006-06-26 14:44:18 · answer #2 · answered by Mama Pastafarian 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You cannot change your plea once the trial is underway. They generally have a period before actually starting the trials where they let police and defendents change the charges and/or pleas. After that your plea is basically unchangeable.
2006-06-26 14:47:04 · answer #3 · answered by James 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are asking for more than one bite of the apple. Either plead not guilty, if you believe this to be the truth in your heart of hearts, and put on the best defense you can muster. Otherwise plead nolo contendere, you can't do both.
2006-06-26 14:48:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, "no lo contendre" can only be used in crimial cases.
2006-06-26 16:40:46 · answer #5 · answered by unhappysadfungus 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no lo contendre? sorry you can't this is america.learn the language before drive would be my answer.
2006-06-26 14:41:11 · answer #6 · answered by hyperchild808 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO!!!
2006-06-26 14:40:47 · answer #7 · answered by Vagabond5879 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
please be more specific. what was the violation?
2006-06-26 14:40:30 · answer #8 · answered by silent*scream 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋