Hi,
So this is my first ever driving offense in 6 years of driving. So i got a letter yesterday stating i drove in a bus lane, on warringah freeway, north sydney, between high st and mount st.
But i swear, i didnt know i was on there and did not do it on purpose. Im really not familiar with that area at all and i think it was my first time in that area. I also got done at 11pm. So its not like I was driving during the day time, and i could see busses around and I was a smart ass and followed it.
Now the fine is 253 bucks, which i think is expensive for a honest mistake. But what is getting me angry is that its 3 demerit points taken off. 3 points!!!!!!!!!!!
Is this normal??
So i want to take this to court.
Has anyone here been in a similar situation? Did you take it to court? Whats the procedure? What happens in court? Do i just represent myself? Or do i have to pay for a lawer to be there?
So i have never been in this situation before, so any help is greatful.
Yes if i got done for speeding i would cop it on the chin, but this was a honest mistake and 3 points taken off is BS!!
Ta,