I recently got a speeding ticket for allegedly driving at 48 in a 35 zone in Los Angeles. After doing some research, I decided to fight my ticket thru trial by declaration as that would give me 2 chances, one thru mail and the second chance in person. Now, I am in the process of filling out my trial by declaration form, and I have heard of 2 defence strategies:
1. To declare complete innocence, and claim that I was going at or below 35, and there was probably an error in the officer's radar. Short 2 or 3 line answer.
2. To explain the real circumstances in detail, which was the flow of traffic, a truck overtaking me moments before, and the fact that I was still within the limits of California Basic speed law. In reality, I was driving at approx. 42 or so, no way near the 48 that I was alleged of.
Please tell me which of these 2 strategies have a better chance of success in your opinion. Have you heard of many tbd successful defences? if yes, what was it?

