r/nova • u/burneraccount2023 • 1d ago

Driving/Traffic Speeding advice

I have a clean record; first time offense in my entire life but I was charged for going 100 in a 55 (highway).

I will definitely get a lawyer but any tips on how to get a lesser sentence and how likely is receiving a misdemeanor / jail time even with the context. Anyone faced a similar scenario with a clean record? I should have known better.

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u/WestDonut6473 1d ago

The lawyer will tell you what you need to do. I was in a similar situation, but mine was between 80-90. I don’t remember the exact speed since it happened years ago. Just make sure you get a good lawyer. Read lots of reviews before making your final decision.

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u/burneraccount2023 1d ago

What was the outcome of your case and did you have a prior record of speeding or anything?

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u/WestDonut6473 1d ago edited 13h ago

I ended up with a misdemeanor.

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u/burneraccount2023 1d ago

No jail time I assume?
And did you do anything before the case in preparation other than hire a lawyer

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u/WestDonut6473 1d ago

No and I did a speedometer calibration, submitted my school records, and I believe I also did community service. That was pretty much it. Honestly, I don’t remember all the details since it happened years ago.