Hi OzBargain community please advise. I was pulled over by a highway patrol car and fined for something I did not do.
When I was pulled over, I stated I made a mistake without hearing the charge under the impression I am being fined for crossing unbroken line near intersection. At the time I was informed by the officer there is evidence on the car camera and he has switched on the body cam. I requested to view the evidence and have been provided with access to the body cam only (not the car footage) on body cam officer walking to the car said I did a U-turn and I did not hear the charge while seated inside the car.
I have not had any driving offence in the last 15 years and my review has been rejected, is it worth going to court? I feel gutted knowing i am being penalised for something I did not do, easier to accept if I was at fault.
Fine is $283 with 2 demerit points. Lawyer will charge me more and not sure what my chances are as it seems I am admitting my mistake.
Thank you each one of you appreciate your valuable advice
I have now paid the fine and off my mind. it is not worth waiting for the court date and then preparing for court. minimum 2 days 1. for not guilty plea and 1 for trial
I have 11 points left and some lessons learned
- Only provide name and address when copper stops anything else can get you in trouble
- There is GIPA if anyone needs access to any camera footage
- Keep away from police and lawyer's there are some bad ones
OZbargain community is priceless !!!
Happy weekend everyone
*advice