Speed contest... Can I extend the date to appear?

[volleybill]

I was riding a motorcycle and accelerated from a stop light in the left turn lane (making a left) as I heard a car's engine behind me accelerate as well. Yes, I guess I raced him to the next light - speeds around 65mph. I am not disputing that. What I what like to ask is if I could get an extension on my date to appear?

The reason I ask is because the current date they have me set at is right befoe a trip to Bermuda and I would hate for them to throw the book at me and wind up in jail in stead of Bermuda

Is this possible? And what are my chances of jail time compared to fines?

First offense of this magnitude although I have some prior traffic tickets in years before.

Thank you for the input!

 

[NYClex]

Jail time for speeding and racing? That would have to be a very tough judge

What you are looking at most probably is a hefty fine, may be a suspension of your license and a steep increase in your insurance rate.

About the continuance, contact the court and find out if they can do it.