Q: Got a texting while driving ticket. (169.475)
My phone was in my hands free phone holder on my vent above my radio. At the stop light hit “exit” on my GPS. I got pulled over and he said he “saw it in my hand” when it wasn’t. He then was trying to get me to say I was holding it and I said I had my GPS on, I knew where I was and I hit exit that’s it.
After getting the ticket he told me “they” have a number to hit because of the recent accidents.
I also have tinted windows and a privacy screen protector. He wouldn’t be able to even see my phone screen unless you’re directly in front of it.
I am going to fight it. Any advice or tips?
A: The best advice would be to retain an attorney to represent you. There will be an attorney on the other side prosecuting you. Having your own attorney is going to increase your likelihood of success.
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