The Speeding Ticket Defense Manual
A consumer's guide to fighting and beating traffic citations. Original, thoroughly researched, and packed with legal references.
30 chapters - 75+ pages - Instant download - No email required
What's Inside
A complete roadmap from the traffic stop to the courtroom, written in plain English with citations to public statutes and court rules.
The Three Types of Speed Laws
Absolute, presumed, and prima facie limits and how each shapes your defense.
Reading Your Ticket
Every line explained, common errors, and what they mean for your case.
Radar, LIDAR, Pacing, VASCAR & Aircraft
How each speed measurement method works and where it fails.
Calibration & Speed Trap Defenses
The number-one defense and how to use engineering surveys to win.
Discovery, Court Prep & Cross-Examination
Getting the officer's notes, building your case, and questioning the officer.
Negotiation, Traffic School & Insurance
Reducing charges, protecting your record, and minimizing the real cost.
The Real Cost of a Speeding Ticket
Total cost over 3-5 years including insurance surcharges
Average insurance rate increase after a single conviction
Success rate of drivers who simply pay the fine
Most drivers pay because they don't know they can fight. This book shows you how to hold the government to its burden of proof, challenge unreliable speed readings, and protect your driving record and your wallet.
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Browse Safety EquipmentSample Forms
Download editable Word documents of the forms from the book's appendix. Use them to prepare for court, document an accident, or request discovery.
Accident Information Form
Use this form to record all details at the scene of a collision. Complete it while events are fresh. Keep a copy in your vehicle.
Informal Discovery Request
Send this template to the police agency and prosecutor by certified mail. Adapt it to your state and court. Keep a copy with proof of mailing.
Trial by Written Declaration Statement
Use this template for a trial by written declaration (where available, such as California form TR-205). Attach it to the court's form along with your evidence.
Motion to Exclude Speed Reading
Use this template to make an oral motion in court when the calibration foundation is missing. Adapt the language to your situation.
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Disclaimer: This book provides general legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by state and change over time. Consult a licensed traffic attorney for advice about your specific situation.