Q: Do I need a lawyer for my speeding ticket?
About three months ago I was stopped for speeding in a 65 MPH zone. At the time of my passenger and I seeing the police officer we were traveling over 90 MPH. The officer clocked us at 95 MPH.
I had recently started going to therapy appointments - actually about three months before this incident - and have been placed on two anti-depressants and multiple anxiety medications.
A couple weeks before this incident I changed from the first, to the second anti-depressant due to severe side-effects being exhibited by the medication. I was prescribed Zoloft and have been taking it since.
When the incident occurred I have a moment of what can only be described as impaired cognition, which is one of the many side effects I was exhibiting from the use of the first anti-depressant.
I am clearly guilty of the crime, but I do not know what I should do in this situation. Should I contact a lawyer to handle my case or just plead not guilty and take my chances with the judge?
A:
You should hire an attorney to help with your case. It is likely that an attorney will be able to get your ticket dismissed or reduced.
Call around and find an attorney that you like.
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