Hello every one! I would like to thank in advance for any one willing to offer me advise.
I am 24 and a Maryland resident. I recently went back to school as a full time student in Harrisonburg Virginia. I had only driven by myself to Harrisonburg once before and durring the day. I was pulled over at 6:00 pm for going 82 in a 65 zone. I explained to the officer that I thought I was lost and I was panicing trying to get to the closest exit. He hands me a court summons for reckless driving!
I cannot afford a lawyer as I am not working. I also need my car to get to school!
My driving record is clean!
I am planning on going to the Maryland DMV to get my driving record and bring it to court.
I am just going to plead guilt, since I really do not have any defense or real reason why I was speeding. Am I going to get points on my Maryland lisence? and what are my chances of "getting this thing" reduced to "just speeding" and what happens if the police officer doesn't show up?
is there any one here who has been in a similar situation?
any advise would be great!

