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From: ellis@motcid.UUCP (John T Ellis)
Newsgroups: comp.org.eff.talk
Subject: speeding ticket
Message-ID: <5097@orchid12.UUCP>
Date: 7 Nov 90 15:57:31 GMT
Organization: Motorola Inc. - Cellular Infrastructure Div., Arlington Heights, IL 60004
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This is a question in relationship to the thread about speeding tickets,
criminal offenses etc.  Last night I was an unfortunate individual.  As I was
driving home from work, Illinois's finest pulled me over and informed me I
was doing 70 in a 55.  I duly explained why I was doing 70 (to keep up with
traffic) but he said forget it.  Anyways, I got two tickets - One for speeding
and one for not being able to produce my insurance card.

I was told that if I wanted my license I would have to post bail of $200.00.
My question is this.  If I post bail am I admitting any quilt?  
Another question.  Assuming I post bail, do I get my money back if the ticket
is dismissed?  Do I get my money back if the judge decides I'm guilty?

Is there anything else I should know before I venture into the lion's lair?

Thanks beforehand.

Regards.

John
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