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BobbyMac @ Sep 5th 2006 5:54PM
I wish I would have known about this. I have a great story about getting out of a 25 MPH over ticket.
So I'm driving in my GMC Sierra at about 65 MPH in a 40. I am going to see the house that I just purchased and needless to say was a bit excited. As I approach a slight bend, BOOM, My Valentine 1 radar detector goes nuts and I see the parked Officer.
I pull over right away and here is where I start to set up the officer to be in a good mood.
1. Pull over and lower all the windows in my truck (tinted windows make them nervous)
2. Put the keys on the dash and keep both hands on the wheel until he is directly at my side (BTW, he did have his hand on his sidearm when he walked up but the pistol was still in the holster).
3. He asks for the DL and proof of insurance. My hands still on the wheel, I comply and say "I am getting my wallet out". I reach for it then I ask if I can open the glove box to get my insurance papers.
4. He asks if the address on my license is correct. "No, I moved about 1 year ago". I didn't know that Texas requires that you change you license address with in 30 days.
5. He tells me that I am in violation of this and I say "Sorry, I'll take of it right a away.
He leaves and comes back a few mins later. This is the cool part.....
"Mr. Mac, I am going to return the favor you paid to me. Thanks for keeping you hands in plain sight, for not lying about your speed, for having your keys on the dashboard and for not being angry with me for doing my job when I pulled you over. I am not going to give you any tickets today even though you have admitted to a few infractions. Please slow it down and get your address taken of on your license."
My response, "Thanks Officer. I know your job must be stressful at times I was only trying to make you fell a little more comfy. Have a good day and thanks for the warning".
Lesson: Tinted windows and high speed allow with attitude will get at the lest a ticket. Remove the physical danger and be a nice person and you just might get off....