cops!!!

[performance-wise]

heyall.

I got done speeding (128kmh) by a pursuit car with radar. I didnt see the readout and the conversation was recorded.

The officer also defected my car for 3 days in which I had to repair the defect and have it approved by the RTA.

My speedo was removed for repair at the time and I was driving the car to a mechanic to have the speedo re-installed. I had it repaired, installed and approved with full documentation.

About 6 weeks later I was done for speeding in Vic doing 123kmh when overtaking some moron who decided to speed up in the process ( I couldnt back off as there was an oncoming vehicle and I HAD to overtake to survive!!)

I have never been done previously for any driving offences. I have held my license for approximately 8 years.

I would like to know if it is worth me pursuing these in court and if so, what would be the best way to do this for the best possible outcome.

Thanx in advance.

[GunMetalR33]

Can some admin type guy remove the first of these posts,

Anyway about the topic. the fine for 128kmh cant be that big. I would not bother waisting my time for that kinda money. The process of appealing a speeding fine can be very lengthy.

[Blitz]

So what was the limit in the area you were speeding?

[Silver-Arrowz]

I'm assuming your speeding on a freeway (110km/h limit) but you can write a letter to the... I think it's called the infringement notices something???? but they look after all traffic offences. Just explain to them the situation and that you've had a good driving record and they may be able to reduce, or even cancel the fine.

[performance-wise]

I was in a 100kmh zone.

[Doctor]

I can see what there going to say if you take them to court.

You should not have been driving the car without a speedo.

You should have overtaken in a safer situation.

You were speeding by over 20km/h

I honesty dont beleive you really have a good defence.

Best of luck with it.

Ben

[Tosh]

I can see what there going to say if you take them to court.

You should not have been driving the car without a speedo.

You should have overtaken in a safer situation.

You were speeding by over 20km/h

I honesty dont beleive you really have a good defence.

Best of luck with it.

Ben

I agree

[siksII]

If i were you i would:

1.write and appeal to the infringement processing bureau

2.if you dont get off then fill out the court election

what will happen really depends on the magistrate, even if you did have a speedo you shouldnt have been going 128, so i dont think that not having a speedo matters too much.

i believe that although you could just pay the fine and take the points, that you should take it to court. Especially since you have a good record for a long time (8 years!) i think the magistrate will take it easy on you.

[ed R34]

isnt that a defect for driving without a speedo?

or is that wat you got defected for?

[HCR32]

If the cop caught ya, it could be a defect, depending on how tight arse the mr police officer wants to be.

hey eddie

[GTR-80Y]

Try out the court system. My dad got done for throwing a ciggie butt out the window red handed. Appealed it (yes i know he was wrong, but try tellin my dad that). Got the fine reduced but it worked out $3 more expensive than just paying the fine. so go figure.

[Trust33]

Nah.By the time the appeal is heard you could have probably done your time.Rather than wait it out just pay it and wait it out because i cant seriously c you getting off from this one.

A defective car straight from the start lol no speedo,But good excuse,and the old story i put my foot down and the other car speed up so i had to go faster to get back in the other lane and by the time it was over it was too late i couldnt slow down in time.They are going to say exactly what DOC & SW20-GT (-MOD) are saying you should just wait it out.

I know that they can offer a reduced sentence but the fine will most likely carry on for a little while longer and on shite points with a even longer time involved.Like say if the car is needed for work,and there is no way of getting public transport to and from work,where it is your only mode of transport etc..

When i lost my licence i had the option of being able to go back on it with 2 points for a year or wait out the 7 months origionally allocated for the fine.If you need your car for work they will most likely put you on a good behaviour bond with whatever rules they make.Though keep in mind 1 f@#k up and you will loose it for sure with this method and for a longer time.You seriously have to be a goodie-two shoes..

Good luck with it all.

[Trust33]

Nah.By the time the appeal is heard you could have probably done your time.Rather than wait it out just pay it and wait it out because i cant seriously c you getting off from this one.

A defective car straight from the start lol no speedo,But good excuse,and the old story i put my foot down and the other car speed up so i had to go faster to get back in the other lane and by the time it was over it was too late i couldnt slow down in time.They are going to say exactly what DOC & SW20-GT (-MOD) are saying you should just wait it out.

I know that they can offer a reduced sentence,but the fine will most likely carry on for a little while longer and on shite points with a even longer time involved,Like say if the car is needed for work,and there is no way of getting public transport to and from work,where it is your only mode of transport etc..

When i lost my licence i had the option of being able to go back on it with 2 points for a year or wait out the 7 months origionally allocated for the fine.If you need your car for work they will most likely put you on a good behaviour bond with whatever rules they make.Though keep in mind 1 f@#k up and you will loose it for sure with this method and for a longer time.You seriously have to be a goodie-two shoes..

Good luck with it all.

[siksII]

trust33, i think you might have got the wrong impression, read the threat again properly

since he has no convictions for the last 8 years, he would be on his full licence, so most definetly not lose his license.

he would accumulate 6 demerit points, and $416 in fines. (more than 15 but less than 30km/h over)

[performance-wise]

Hey all - I appreciate the advise.

I should clear a few things up - sorry for the confusuion.

Before I got done for speeding I had a NSW gold license(5 year) with 12 points.

I was done for speeding in NSW doing 128kmh in a 100kmh zone (exceed speed over 15kmh-fine of $208 - lose 3 points).

I told the coppa that I could not judge my speed as my speedo was removed and getting repaired (I was driving my car to the mechanic to get it re-installed when I got done). The coppa then defected my car for having no speedo and gave me 3 days to have it repaired - which I did.

6 weeks later I was done in victoria doing 123kmh in a 100kmh zone(exceed speed over 15kmh-fine of $205 - lose 3 points).

I am taking the first fine(NSW) to court as I am hoping that I may have a chance. I will probably wear the second fine(VIC) as I know that I dont really have a leg to stand on.

Should I take legal advise??

If so, Can I have my lawyer represent me so I dont lose a days work also?? Or does this look bad??

[red900ss]

It will look bad if you do not appear in court.

[croat]

Gr33dy dont get a lawyer as its just a waste of money! Those guys are criminals!!!!!!!!!!!! I would go to court if i were you and just appeal the fines, you will have a very good shot at it cause of your clean driving record and your age. I got off a unlicenced driving charge even tho i have a shitty record. its only like $60 or something for court fees, so its worth a try...

[Matt-r32]

How come you didnt check the readout for the first one? you should always ask to see the readout and if he doesnt have one then he has nothing .. he cant pin you for sheet but if he recorded you saying "oh i think i was going about 120" then you just put yourself in the shit ... never say how fast you think you were going always say "im not sure" lol works like a charm and get your mechanic to vouge for you saying that you were on you way there to get it fixed and they can probably match up the road and the mechanic place and see if there travel pattern is correct

[siksII]

if i were you i would appeal the first one (NSW) at least..

do it in writing to start with, and if they still want u to pay, then take it to court.

[performance-wise]

I didnt think to check the readout cos I didnt know I had the option - like I said earlier ' I have never been done previously for any driving offences. ' - I am now aware that I shouldve. :bonk:

I am gonna take the NSW fine to court and I am gonna be armed with a statement from the mechanic and a copy of the rectified defect notice and hopefully my clean driving record :angel:

DAM - gotta go an get a court suit from vinnies, and some shoes - also a haircut

I think I will just have to bend over and take it for the vic fine.

somone said that if I am fined and lose points in Vic then it dosnt affect my licence in NSW - Is this true or what????