Hello,

Poway, California

I came to USA in May 2007 from England. On December 22 I went through a red light at an intersection. I was turning right on the red light. I failured to stop. I did the california roll. (15mph) -cost is $430 -a bit excessive !!

Situation:

There was a car on my left blocking my view; already beyond the stop line so I continued beyond the car i.e not stopping before white line. Once in the junction I thought it unsafe to stop so I continue. They took a video showing the whole event.

What should I do ?

Various thoughts

1. Yes, I did not stop because of the car on my left blocking my view -also perhaps I was a little confused (England -you can do this at junction) however you cannot turn -on RED light

2. My wife rung and said my son was unwell -distressed; just been at the hostipal -suffer slight breathing issues -so I rushed

I have court appearance soon what argument should I use -if anyone has any others suggestions I would be interested.

Jo