When I lived in Michigan, some communities were more interested in the money than anything else. So when I got a ticket, I went to court to argue it. There is a plea called "Guilty with an explanation" and every single person in two hours of argued tickets who pleaded that way had the ticket thrown out, but the fine paid as "court fees." So no license points, but the wallet is still just as light. One person didn't pick up on the trend and pleaded Not Guilty. She was found guilty, paid the fine and got the points. (I got off entirely; I knew a cop in that jurisdiction.)
My point is that if you choose to argue it and want to represent yourself, you may want to prepare whatever argument you can in your favor, but show up to court early and see what works and what doesn't before your turn.
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bragi 
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