QUESTION
Can I contest this ticket and plead not guilty?
Asked on Jan 25th, 2012 on Traffic Violations - Illinois
More details to this question:
I was pulled over for getting a ticket in chicago illinois. I was doing 55mph in a 35mph zone. The officer wrote the ticket wrong and said I was doing 35mph in a 55mph zone, can I contest this ticket and plead not guilty?
1 ANSWER
Lori G. Levin
You can always plead not guilty to any and all charges and contest them. The issue will be whether or not the court will allow the prosecutor to amend the charges against you prior to trial. You should consult with an attorney as soon as possible to determine if you have a meritorious case and how best to contest it. Additionally, if the Chicago Police Officer does not appear in court for a minor moving violation, the court does not always grant a continuance and the case is dismissed. Again, please contact an experienced defense attorney to determine how best to proceed.
Lori G. Levin
Attorney at Law
180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700
Chicago, IL 60601
312-972-3756
levin@lorilevinlaw.com
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Answered on Jul 05th, 2012 at 5:45 PM