My question involves a traffic ticket from the state of: CA
I was cited by CHP for speeding (VC 22349A). When I made a discovery request, the following was provided:
--In his declaration the officer states that he has over 50 hours of classroom and field training “in the use of radar.” An attached CHP Academy Certificate of Attainment indicates that the officer completed a 24-hour PO standards and training class for radar operator. The officer obtained this certificate five months prior to my citation.
--Also, in his declaration the officer indicates that he has received 8 hours of post certified training in the use of the LTI 20-20 TruSpeed Laser Lidar. However, no such certificate was included in the discovery documents.
--A Lidar Calibration Log, bearing the officer’s signature, was included.
--Another document, Traffic Lidar Certification by IACP Lidar Testing Laboratory was attached indicating that the lidar serial number in question had passed various tests. This certification was completed 17 months before the citation.
--Finally, there was a Certificate of Calibration by Laser Inc. Technology, with a date going back 47 months.
From what I hear VC 22349A infractions are rather hard to beat. The only angle that I can think of is the calibration/certification one. But as far as I know, the CA vehicle code is not specific at all as far as calibrations or certifications go. Does any of the above provide any hope that I may have a half-decent chance in court? Would the fact that the 8-hour lidar certification was not provided work in my favor? Or, given what I have, I should cut my losses short and opt for traffic school instead?
I appreciate all your help!

