My question involves a speeding ticket from the State of: CA 22349a
-I am cited for a 22349(a) 81 on a 65 by CHP
-Warned for driving on a carpool.
Short summary:
Was driving up to ski on I80 @ 6:15am. Wasn't aware of the carpool as this wasn't my normal route I take everyday. Was pulled over slightly pass Oakland near Emerivilla. 100% of this ticket is true, and when asked do you know how fast your going I said 80.
I got a few questions as to how I go about fighting this ticket.
1. Is it true that if I do a trial by declaration I lose my rights to a speedy trial? But I gain an advantage of getting 2 chances, and can see the CHP declaration for my next trial?
2. When is the best time to file a informal request for discovery? Beside the CHP's notes what should I asked in the informal request for discovery?
3. At the arraignment, is this were I ask the prosecution can he/she lower the speeding ticket to maybe a fine that have no point deduction to it? Is this where I request a change of seat also; from Oakland to San Francisco?

