Re: Speeding in Kentucky
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bigkane135
1. Is there any law here that says how far speed limit signs can be? on that particular stretch of road it is 4-5 miles between signs.
First, let me explain that I am NOT an expert on KY laws, but I don't think anyone else here is either. So, if I'm wrong, I apologize in advance.
As far as I know, there are NO laws governing how far apart speed limit signs can be. The only "standard" is that a "speed zone" MUST have a sign at the beginning of the zone (which is why speed limits take affect AT the sign). It is "suggested" that signs be posted at all entrances to freeways and after "major" intersections on other roads.
That said, in most states (however, after a quick search, I cannot find such a law for KY), it is an affirmative defense if you can show that there were NO speed limit signs from where you entered the highway to where you were pulled over.
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bigkane135
2. The trooper was coming towards me when he clocked me... How is that possible???
MANY moving radars can do that. This one, for example, even notifies the officer of the direction of the target vehicle.
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bigkane135
3. I have had a couple tickets prior and was always required to sign for tehm but not with this one. It just struck me as very odd. Is that normal around here/can i use that to me advantage?
Several states (my state, WA, for example) have passed laws that remove the requirement to have a defendant sign the notice of infraction. I don't know if KY has done the same. Call the Clerk of the Court to see if a defendant's signature is a requirement.
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bigkane135
4. Is there anything else that can help me defend this or have it dismissed in any way?
Unless you want to post more details, including the statute you were cited under (probably 189.390), there's not much we can do. Sorry.
Barry
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