stanj
01-07-1999, 07:51 PM
I had this friendly letter from the DMV in my mailbox the other day, saying that I got a ticket on 9-18 in Montana (true, 114mph) and in Nevada (false). I mean, even at my speed, how would I ever make it from Montana to Nevada on the same day?<p>I can prove that I was in MT the night before and after the alleged violation. But can anyone tell me where to start fixing this, before my insurance gets wind?<p>Thanks,<br>- Stan<br>
Dale B
01-07-1999, 08:08 PM
Before getting a lawyer, I would call the DMV and explain the situation and your proof. See what they need to be satisfied that a mistake was made. Then, if that gets you nowhere, talk to the attorney. ( Maybe you'll get lucky and won't have to spend the $$$ for a lawyer).
Steve
01-08-1999, 07:00 AM
How did you get a speeding ticket in Montana? Were you driving a truck or driving at night? Were you imprudent or unreasonable?
stanj
01-08-1999, 01:52 PM
I was going 114 on I-90 on dry pavement and in broad daylight. There was no traffic at all in my direction. It was on an overpass in a slight turn. The cop thought that it was not "prudent". <p>Whatever. Starting 1999 they supposedly have 75mph limit...<p>- Stan<br>
Montana isn't the Autobahn. Reasonable and prudent means a much lower speed to the cops than it does to most drivers (who interpret it to mean - free for all.) Car and Driver was interviewing a cop about this and they asked if they were going 100mph in a 911 (a much more capable high speed car) would they get pulled over. The cop responded yes so basically anything over 90mph in the day is fair ground for a ticket. Just want to dispel the myth that Montana interstates are comparable to the Autobahn (which is actually speed limited in most spots.)
Mohisn Hamid
01-09-1999, 12:19 PM
My A4 got stuck in a 2 foot snow drift. I was spinnin for a while. Now my clutch is worn pretty badly. Does anyone know if this is covered by the warranty?<p>Thanks<p>Mohsin<br>