70 in a 55- Please help!

[Nobody915]

I just recieved my first speeding ticket in Davidson County, N.C. I am 17 years old and have never recieved any other traffic violations and usually drive the speed limit.(Late night on a long straight stretch screwed me.)

I was wondering what the best way to handel this would be?
My main goal is to have NO insurance points because I already work my butt off trying to pay the insurance as it is.
I heard about the PFJ but didnt know if it was applicable since I was going 15 over. And I wasnt sure if I should hire a lawyer or try to get it reduced all by my lonesome.

Like I said, My main goal is to have NO insurance points or raises in the premiums.
Any help would be appreciated!
THANKS!!

 

[Robbie]

NC Points

Looks like you would end up with two insurance points if convicted which is 45% increase in your insurance.

You might be able to plea this one down yourself but lawyer has the best chance of acheiving your goals. Spend a morning in court watching what happens to get a better idea.

 

[Nobody915]

Pfj

do you think I could get a prayer for judgement?

 

[Robbie]

do you think I could get a prayer for judgement?

A PJC is at the discretion of the judge so it is hard to predict. Some judges may be less likely to allow one for someone your age.

I would try asking for a reduction to a non-moving or speeding less than 10 first. If you can't get it, plead not guilty and come back with a lawyer.

Again, visit court one morning to see how others are doing.

 

[lwpat]

Since you are 17 one of your parents will need to go to court with you unless you retain an attorney. If you take a PFJ no one in the household can take another one for three years so trying for a reduction would be your best bet.