What can I do if I was wrongly accused of speeding?
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What can I do if I was wrongly accused of speeding?
I passed a young man who was going 10 under the speed limit in a passing zone. I committed no infractions, however this kid followed me home and called the police. He lied and said I passed several people going an excessive speed. I was cited a ticket which I have pled not guilty too. How do I go about proving that I did nothing wrong?
Asked on November 24, 2015 under General Practice, Colorado
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Unless had some sort of GPS log, it will be your word against his. You can plead not guilty: the prosecutor will put him on the stand to testify against you; you can cross-examine him, to try to shake his story or damage his credibility; and you can put out your own testimony. The court will then decide who is telling the truth.
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