Q: I’m 17 yrs old, ticked for drag for attempting to pass a speeding car and switch lanes going 55 in a 45. Consiquince?
I was attempting to pass a souped up Camaro which was speeding so I could switch lanes. It was in a 45mph zone and I went at least 55mph. When the cop pulled me over he asked if I was trying to out run the Camero I said yes. Because of that he stated on the ticket I was drag racing, I’m scared out of my mind after doing research, I could face from 1 month to 2 years in jail or be “lucky” as they say and just be fined and 30 days suspended license. What is the possibility of my consequence? Also I’m worried because I’m a minor at 17 would a parent have to accompany me in court?
A: Tell your parent to hire a traffic court attorney. You are not going to jail.
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