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Can I fight a "following too closely" ticket?

Asked over 2 years ago - Philadelphia, PA

In philadelphia, PA, I was involved in a minor accident. the driver in front of me in an SUV got cut off by another car. I couldn't see how much room he had in front of him at the time. His car was much bigger than mine. He slammed on his brakes. In return, I slammed on mine but simply couldn't stop in time.

There was traffic at the time, so we were not traveling more than 20mph, and therefore, cars were driving more compactly than normal.

The judge said at the court, "If you hit the car, you were following too closely." Is there ANY way to argue this point?? Given the traffic, the extreme circumstances of why the guy in front of me slammed on his brakes, etc. I thought maybe there was some recourse.

Thank you!

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Jason Y. Chan

Reputation Level 14

Answered over 2 years ago. Criminal Defense Attorney in Boston, MA.

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If you already appealed your ticket to the stage in which the court made a determination you are stuck. Unfortunately those are the rules even though in your situation it really isn't fair.

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Alan James Brinkmeier

Reputation Level 20

Answered over 2 years ago. Lawsuit / Dispute Attorney in Chicago, IL.

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Negotiating a good resolution given the circumstances of your case will take an attorney familiar with the policies and procedures of the court where the matter is pending.

It would be worth your while to consult with a traffic attorney familiar with the judges and practices in the court where you received the ticket to explore your options.

Check with a lawyer in your locale to discuss more of the details.

Good luck to you.

God bless.

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