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optical999
should I fight this solely on incorrect violation code or should include information on what the officer was really going after me for? Another word, is it not good to say too much?
You can always file a demurrer to the citation.
PC sec 1004 states in pertinent part "The defendant may demur to the accusatory pleading …that it does not substantially conform to the provisions of Sections 950 and 952…"
PC sec. 952 states "In charging an offense, each count shall contain…a statement…sufficient to give the accused notice of the offense of which he is accused."
To me, there is some confusion as to what the actual charge is and therefore needs to be clarified before entering a plea and having to prepare a defense.
Because this is a traffic infraction, the formalities of these proceedings are considerably less strict than in regular criminal proceedings. I would suggest that you write a letter to the court stating the uncertainty of the charge and that you need clarification of what the actual charge is before you can continue. This in essence would be the same as filing a demurrer.