Glen Carbon, IL asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Illinois

Q: Got caught speeding 50 in a 25.

Should I just plead guilty? I'm so scared. I've never been in this much trouble before.

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Brandon K. Davis
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Brandon K. Davis
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Waukegan, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: Luckily 25 mph over the limit is still a petty offense (non-criminal), while 26+ mph is a misdemeanor. You may be eligible for court supervision to keep this offense off of your record. Depending on your age, it may require completion of traffic school.

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Juan Ooink
Juan Ooink
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: 25 over to posted speed limit is considered a petty offense. Go to court and request Court Supervision.

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