Johnstown, CO asked in Traffic Tickets for Colorado

Q: I was stopped for speeding. 52 in a 30. Seems fast to me but I'm not contesting I was going faster than the S. Limit.

Should I go to court and talk to the judge about lowering points (possibly the fine too)? I've lived here (in CO) 10+ years & have never received a ticket. I'm normally a cruise control guy & don't speed. I support a family of 6 on 1 income (mine) and I drive for work visiting accounts all across CO. I can't afford (my family can't afford it either) the increase in insurance (or the fine). I feel like I slipped and the 1 time it happened I got caught. I wasn't even rushing to my destination, as in I wasn't late for anything & I don't speed for fun. I was going clean the local skatepark and meet friends. I told the officer I felt like I was going fast, went to check my navigation for the speed (because I didn't see a sign in view) and saw his lights so I pulled over. If I ask the judge for a break in points will they work with me, fine me more, not reduce points, and/or make me pay more court fees? Am I better off paying it or would they be open to a discussion and work with me?

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  • Traffic Tickets Lawyer
  • Denver, CO
  • Licensed in Colorado

A: It would be the prosecuting attorney to whom the request for the reduction in points could be made. You may improve your probability of getting a suitable reduction by proactively engaging in a traffic class offered through court approved providers such as CIMA or ISAE. Different jurisdictions have different practices when it comes to the types of deals they offer and outcomes you may be able to expect.

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