Stay calm and polite with the officer
Do not argue at the roadside
Review the ticket for errors
Check the speed measurement method used
Gather any evidence you have
Note road, weather, and traffic conditions
Confirm whether the speed limit signs were visible
Request the officer’s notes and calibration records if available
Consider traffic school if eligible
Plead not guilty if you want to contest it
Appear in court on time
Ask for a reduction or dismissal
Bring documentation and evidence to court
Consider hiring a traffic attorney
Check whether the citation can be resolved online or by mail
Pay the fine if contesting is not worth the risk