Originally Posted by
ddaversa
Bad news! I got a 100 dollar citation for running a stop sign in the city this past weekend. I know I am serving as a bad example for the bike community and all that. But I just wanted to know if anyone has any insight into the success of appealing these ridiculous fines in court. Has anyone been successful in fighting them? Is it worth it to try or should I just fork out the 100 bucks right now?
Thanks for the advice.
Um, I probably *wouldn't* come in to court and tell the judge the fines are ridiculous.
I don't know on what grounds you'd appeal. There was a stop sign. You didn't stop. Seems pretty clear cut to me. You might beg forgiveness if you can muster some false contrition, that's your best chance. Even then, that assumes the process is worth the slim chance that the judge will waive the fine.
You got busted. Pay your $100.