Q: Unsafe Start driving a Manual
I have a CDL with a manual restriction. I just bought a car on Saturday, 6 days ago, that's a manual. I drove it across town, about 1.5 miles away, and he was giving me tips. I went to leave, exiting to the main road, I pulled the clutch out a bit too much and chirped the tires. There was a cop coming towards me and I was already shocked, so I instantly stopped and flagged her to come over, since I knew she was going to get me anyways. She was super mad, I didn't have any paperwork, but the title, in the car. I had insurance for it as well. The Sargent came and told me I had a manual restriction and I wasn't supposed to be driving it. I was freaked so I didn't really tell him it was for a semi. I explained I was still learning and they were going to impound my car and take me to jail over this, ended up with a unsafe start after a bunch of words of how upset they were. I have my friend as a witness, as well as pictures of the road, no marks, etc.
Should I fight this? How? Thank you
A: You should determine what the possible penalties are going to be and if this will result in any points on your driving record. (points are bad). There are traffic ticket attorneys that practice in all states. You need to consult an attorney in your local area that practices this kind of law. Thank you for using Justia Ask a Lawyer.
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