Man consider it a lesson learned,cops are good at leading the conversation and getting you to shoot yourself in the foot. It's good to be polite and some cops can be friendly this will help you will notice subtle things someone does or say. Don't be overly paranoid but keep it in mind. It can help when a manger or another cop tires to twist your words or lead you somewhere. Haaaa it keeps our mind sharper.
It's a money trap for the town. Once the police officer overheard that you were fishing that sealed your faith,it's probably not worth your time fighting it if you have to go in to court. It's probably a lot shot to get it thrown out and you may have need to appear more then once. It sucks but it's probably just simpler to mail in a check. You can try call the court and ask if you can appeal the fine via mail.

