Thanks for your response, Ray:
I thought I was providing you with a nice, polite, and non-confrontational way of interacting with troopers. Rest assured you won't be subjecting yourself to any 15 minute lectures as you'll be able determine quickly whether or not the outcome is headed your way.
About 80% of the time I have been able to either get a reduction or a warning of some sort because of my [positive] attitidude. It has been my experience that officers can and do make their decisions at the driver's window.
In any case, in my view, the ticket is "inconsequential" - whether I ultimately get one or not - as compared to how I act, which, for me, is paramount.
I don't try to "beat" my way out of a ticket. I simply aspire to be a decent and respectful individual. If I happen to benefit personally from this approach all the better, if not, I am no worse off for it either.
Again, I am not speaking in absolutes, but simply to share my good experiences with all y'all in the hopes that some of you may benefit.
Good luck! 8)
The
Veil Guy