Should i plead guilty to my driving while using cell phone ticket?
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Should i plead guilty to my driving while using cell phone ticket?
When i was pulled over i was at a red light. I did
have my cellphone in my hand but it was because it
had fallen in between the cup holder and the seat.
The phone was off and i was looking straight foward
and im sure the police officer noticed that but he still
pulled me over.
Asked on August 7, 2018 under General Practice, Texas
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
You are not likely to win if you fight the ticket--the court almost always believes the officer, not the driver, about what happened. But if you have an otherwise-good driving record, there is a good chance the prosecutor will let you plead to a lesser offense or lesser punishment. Speak to the prosecutor when you show up for court on the indicated day and see if she/he will offer you a favorable plea. More often than not, they will.
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