[1oxox1]

I was going about 32 miles/hr in a street posted at 35m/hr. I made a left turn and suddenly a cop pull me over. He told me I was speeding over a school zone, which is 15 m/hr. Don't get me wrong, I am a careful driver, not some kind of reckless driving. But darn it, I did not see any sign that I was approaching the school zone. And there were no kids any where. I ticket is for 555 including the admin fee. Stupid. I think the cop try to get up with the quota he need for this month. That's ridiculous!
Also I am seeking help with traffic lawyer, since I lived in San Jose, California. Any advise would be highly appreciated!

[WannaliveinGreenville]

From the point of your turn until you were pulled over, how many speed limit signs did you see posted ?

Go back to the area. Start from where you turned. Bring a camera if need be. If no sign was visible ( from your turn ) perhaps the judge will give you a reduction in your ticket.

The fact remains ( unknown to you at the time ) that you were in a school speed zone. Not saying speeding in that zone should not be punished but you came from a side street. You did not knowingly speed through the zone.

[swagger]

Pay the fine. We need the money.

[VLWH]

Take twenty bucks and hit the blackjack tables, you'll win that much in no time.

[unf0rgiven6262]

Next time make a run for it. Lesson learned.

[justthe2ofus]

hire a ticket lawyer

[dynimagelv]

pay it....if you were on a side street the speed limit is only 25

[Exaday]

Speeding in a school zone is harsh on points/insurance?

I don't know much but I once tried to fight the system. I don't really recommend anyone do that. It cost me more money and grief then had I just paid it.

The judge prolly reduce it to a lesser charge if you have a good driving record.

[tom_c]

Let me google that for you (http://tinyurl.com/5ubbuxd - broken link)