Hello,

I was wondering if anyone can help me on this.

Well, the CHP officer nailed me in a 25mph zone (residential) doing a 40mph. My first ticket.

I know for the fact I was driving under 40mph (except the officer will not believe that)

I was making a right a turn from a busy intersection into a residential area. I didn't really have a clear view of the speed limit post since it was hidden from the tree right after I made the turn. I didn't really get a glimpse of the speed limit post.

I was driving safely around 30mph after making the turn.

There were no pedestrians or vehicles in sight. Even though there were nobody around that time, I made sure I was driving in a manner where it will be safe.

After the passing the first street (0.2-0.3 miles from the intersection), I maintain a constant speed.

It's when I passed the second street, the officer was right there waiting for me.

After passing him, he decided to pull me over and said I was doing 40 in 25 zone. He didn't mention I was driving unsafely. He just said I was speeding (which doesn't matter).

Should I contest or pay for the fine and traffic school?

The only thing that bugs me is having a record of me speeding.

If I have a feeling I won't have unless the officer doesn't appear.

Thank you guys.