my first speeding ticket in a construction zone?

Question

i got one yesterday, and one today. i know i know, i have the worst of luck and was following traffic on the second one. i don't need chastising. what do/can i do? do i go to court, hire a lawyer, pay the fees? what do u suggest?

they were both for 10 miles over the limit. also, what to do w/regards to my insurance?

just one was in a construction zone... is the fee gonna be doubled or is it the actual fee written?

Answer 1

I am not sure of your past driving record but if you got two speeders in two days and have a relatively clean record I would definintely go to court. Paying them is like an admission of guilt which will affect your insurance and give you a ton of points you do not need. If you can afford an attorney it might be a good idea (ticket clinic type place, not expensive). The attorney can combine them probably and get you in driving school and a NO CONTEST plea where you get no points and just a small fine or maybe even get them dismissed. 10 MPH over is not really that bad so hopefully the court will go easy on you.
Good luck and slow down girl!!

Answer 2

Speeding in a construction zone is taken very seriously, and the fines in some areas have increased. One is bad, two is ouch!. Because of the recent deaths, and injuries in construction zones, I doubt very much that the court will show leniency. I highly suggest that you consult with an attorney.

Answer 3

You could fight it. Taking the chance that the officer won't show and it gets thrown out. I would for your insurance sake. If he does show, the judge might order you to traffic school to get the points removed. You don't need a lawyer. This will be an expensive, time consuming lesson. Good luck.

Answer 4

Slow down and just pay the fines, it will be cheaper in the long run.. It has a date on the tickets to say when your court date is.. Pay them by that date and you are good to go