Speeding tickets

[Bank of Hawk]

A friend of mind got a ticket, he said it was 29 over the speed limit. Seems excessive, a dumbass for sure. He was out of his home state. I told him to pay it and move on, but he’s concerned it could affect his driving eligibility in his home state, so considering getting a traffic lawyer to get it dropped to below 25mph. Since ticket is out of state, does it even matter?

 

[SolarHawk]

A friend of mind got a ticket, he said it was 29 over the speed limit. Seems excessive, a dumbass for sure. He was out of his home state. I told him to pay it and move on, but he’s concerned it could affect his driving eligibility in his home state, so considering getting a traffic lawyer to get it dropped to below 25mph. Since ticket is out of state, does it even matter?

If he lives in a state with points it’ll likely cost him points and he will want to take a class, but I can’t imagine it would cause him to lose his license. That being said, I have very little knowledge in this area. I haven’t gotten a ticket in 20 years.

 

[BrianNole777]

My sister (no pics) and her family got a $300 ticket yesterday driving to North Carolina.

I don't know any other details.

 

[SolarHawk]

My sister (no pics) and her family got a $300 ticket yesterday driving to North Carolina.

I don't know any other details.

This has been very helpful. Thank you for your contribution.

 

[BrianNole777]

This has been very helpful. Thank you for your contribution.

I didn't really read the OP's post. I'm in a food coma.

CSB.

 

[THE_DEVIL]

I think he can win his case. I say go for it!!

Signed,
THE_DEVIL

 

[lucas80]

A friend of mind got a ticket, he said it was 29 over the speed limit. Seems excessive, a dumbass for sure. He was out of his home state. I told him to pay it and move on, but he’s concerned it could affect his driving eligibility in his home state, so considering getting a traffic lawyer to get it dropped to below 25mph. Since ticket is out of state, does it even matter?

If he can't keep it within 30 mph of the speed limit, maybe his eligibility to drive should be restricted. He should take it like a man, pay the fine, and move on.

 

[Bank of Hawk]

If he can't keep it within 30 mph of the speed limit, maybe his eligibility to drive should be restricted. He should take it like a man, pay the fine, and move on.

It was less than 30mph fwiw

 

[TJ8869]

I’m surprised it’s not a mandatory court appearance. I thought that was the case in most states when you’re +25 or more.

 

[Moral]

My sister (no pics) and her family got a $300 ticket yesterday driving to North Carolina.

I don't know any other details.

Please do update us when you find out more details.

 

[hawkdave007]

My rule of thumb: if you drive for a living, it's almost always worth it to fight a ticket and bargain down whatever you can.

For everyone else, it depends on whether you have too many countable violations that you risk losing your license. If you aren't at risk of losing any privileges, it's usually easier to just pay the ticket and move on.

But it's all so state specific, whether it's worth it to fight, and whether you can even get it bargained down. It's even county/city specific.

Note: this isnt a minor vilation, and most prosecutors and judges really don't like budging on someone who is that far over.

 

[Hawkman98]

A friend of mind got a ticket, he said it was 29 over the speed limit. Seems excessive, a dumbass for sure. He was out of his home state. I told him to pay it and move on, but he’s concerned it could affect his driving eligibility in his home state, so considering getting a traffic lawyer to get it dropped to below 25mph. Since ticket is out of state, does it even matter?

Most out of state tickets are recognized by other states. It's called being a compact state. So it depends on where the ticket was issued and if his state is considered a compact state. Anything over 25mph in Iowa is an automatic suspension. Where I work, we wouldn't lower the ticket if he got a lawyer. It's pretty simple, pay the ticket or go to court. By the time you pay an attorney and take the day off work, it is now costing him double, and most likely will still be found guilty.

It wouldn't hurt to have your friend call the county attorney or city attorney to see if they offer some sort of deal to get it dropped below 25. It's unlikely, but there is no chance if he doesn't try.

 

[bagdropper]

JMO, but my bet is the fact that it's out of home state translates to a judge having very little sympathy when it's 29 over.

You can try, but something tells me they'll be very fortunate that it gets knocked down at all.

 

[billanole]

In NC, more than 10 over results in suspension if your appeal fails. As @Hawkman98 posted, states with a compact with NC report the offense across state lines.
Your friend should definitely look into “safe driving “ courses which can mitigate the severity of, in particular, points on the license.
The truth is, the fines are the small problem, the big ones are loss of mobility and INSURANCE costs go up wicked bad.

 

[lucas80]

It was less than 30mph fwiw

Oh, is there some special exemption for speeding at a range from 29-29.9 mph over the speed limit?
Take it like a man.

 

[NorthernHawkeye]

In NC, more than 10 over results in suspension if your appeal fails.

I have a hard time believing this.

 

[win4jj]

Most out of state tickets are recognized by other states. It's called being a compact state. So it depends on where the ticket was issued and if his state is considered a compact state. Anything over 25mph in Iowa is an automatic suspension. Where I work, we wouldn't lower the ticket if he got a lawyer. It's pretty simple, pay the ticket or go to court. By the time you pay an attorney and take the day off work, it is now costing him double, and most likely will still be found guilty.

It wouldn't hurt to have your friend call the county attorney or city attorney to see if they offer some sort of deal to get it dropped below 25. It's unlikely, but there is no chance if he doesn't try.

How long is the suspension?

 

[QChawks]

Tell your friend to slow the fůck down

 

[billanole]

I have a hard time believing this.

I did too when the letter came in the mail telling me the time and date of my hearing with the DMV lady. She let me slide, tho she told me that another offense within X… months would result a 6 month suspension of driving privileges.
Edit: 6 month, not 12

 

[NorthernHawkeye]

I did too when the letter came in the mail telling me the time and date of my hearing with the DMV lady. She let me slide, tho she told me that another offense within X… months would result a 12 month suspension of driving privileges.

Did you have previous offenses?

 

[billanole]

Did you have previous offenses?

Longer than three years prior, which “cleans” the record for points.

 

[The Tradition]

The "Big Deal" with NC law is going 15 mph over the speed limit is a criminal misdemeanor.

 

[Finance85]

My sister (no pics) and her family got a $300 ticket yesterday driving to North Carolina.

I don't know any other details.

Very helpful. Thank you.

 

[fredjr82]

It was less than 30mph fwiw

Friend of mine got popped going 30 over in Cedar Rapids. Reckless driving and lost license for 6 months. The 29 might save him, but I'm not sure. Providing context on what I know from a friend

 

[Hawkman98]

How long is the suspension?

For 29mph over in Iowa it's 80 days I think.

 

[ICWestfan]

Most out of state tickets are recognized by other states. It's called being a compact state. So it depends on where the ticket was issued and if his state is considered a compact state. Anything over 25mph in Iowa is an automatic suspension. Where I work, we wouldn't lower the ticket if he got a lawyer. It's pretty simple, pay the ticket or go to court. By the time you pay an attorney and take the day off work, it is now costing him double, and most likely will still be found guilty.

It wouldn't hurt to have your friend call the county attorney or city attorney to see if they offer some sort of deal to get it dropped below 25. It's unlikely, but there is no chance if he doesn't try.

Did Iowa law change? The reason I ask is back in the day I got popped going 66 in a 35 (long story and it was entrapment) and a State Trooper buddy of mine told me I'd lose my license for going 30 over. I fought the ticket, and judge lowered it to 12 over. Paid my fine and GTFO. Maybe it was because I was charged at 30 over but 25 over losses it?

 

[Hawkman98]

Did Iowa law change? The reason I ask is back in the day I got popped going 66 in a 35 (long story and it was entrapment) and a State Trooper buddy of mine told me I'd lose my license for going 30 over. I fought the ticket, and judge lowered it to 12 over. Paid my fine and GTFO. Maybe it was because I was charged at 30 over but 25 over losses it?

I'll start by saying your ticket wasn't entrapment. Police can't trick you or make you push the gas pedal harder to make you speed. I'm sure you mean a cop was sitting at a speed limit sign or bottom of the hill. That's not entrapment.

Anyways, what you are talking about has nothing to do with the state or IDOT. You just got lucky and found a liberal judge willing to work with you. IDOT only cares what you are convicted for or plea guilty to. So they would not suspend you because you plead to 12 over.

 

[ICWestfan]

I'll start by saying your ticket wasn't entrapment. Police can't trick you or make you push the gas pedal harder to make you speed. I'm sure you mean a cop was sitting at a speed limit sign or bottom of the hill. That's not entrapment.

Anyways, what you are talking about has nothing to do with the state or IDOT. You just got lucky and found a liberal judge willing to work with you. IDOT only cares what you are convicted for or plea guilty to. So they would not suspend you because you plead to 12 over.

True, but on that area of road the speed limit had recently changed from 55 to 35, and no pic called me out for going 50 at which point I hit the brakes. My question wasn't about entrapment but rather was there a time when 30 over meant and auto suspension that was changed to 25.

 

[Hawkman98]

True, but on that area of road the speed limit had recently changed from 55 to 35, and no pic called me out for going 50 at which point I hit the brakes. My question wasn't about entrapment but rather was there a time when 30 over meant and auto suspension that was changed to 25.

Ya just a pet peeve of mine. I've been in this field since 96 and I always remember it being 25 over, but I could be wrong. I know it is now.

 

[Colonoscopy]

My sister (no pics) and her family got a $300 ticket yesterday driving to North Carolina.

I don't know any other details.