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I got done speeding (128kmh) in NSW by a pursuit car with radar. I didnt see the readout and the conversation was recorded.

The officer also defected my car for 3 days in which I had to repair the defect and have it approved by the RTA.

My speedo was removed for repair at the time and I was driving the car to a mechanic to have the speedo re-installed. I had it repaired, installed and approved with full documentation.

About 6 weeks later I was done for speeding in Vic doing 123kmh when overtaking some moron who decided to speed up in the process ( I couldnt back off as there was an oncoming vehicle and I HAD to overtake to survive!!)

I have never been done previously for any driving offences. I have held my license for approximately 8 years.

I would like to know if it is worth me pursuing these in court and if so, what would be the best way to do this for the best possible outcome.

Thanx in advance.

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The first one where you were driving around with no speedo is your problem coz you should have been driving slower than other cars since you didnt know what speed you were doing.

The second one depending on the circumstances and road / speed limit you were on you may have a chance in court. This one needs more information

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About 6 weeks later I was done for speeding in Vic doing 123kmh when overtaking some moron who decided to speed up in the process ( I couldnt back off as there was an oncoming vehicle and I HAD to overtake to survive!!)

I don't think this story will get you far in court...unfortunately.

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I've always wondered if "self defence" is a reasonable cause for speeding?

Although if you can't prove it you're probably ****ed. If they can produce the picture where you are along side the other car though, that might work. You could prove that if the other car is keeping pace then he is speeding too.

- J.

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The first one where you were driving around with no speedo is your problem coz you should have been driving slower than other cars since you didnt know what speed you were doing.

where did he say he drove without a speedo you moron?

dude, just bend over and take it. You are in the wrong on both occasions, if the other guy sped up, you should have slowed and pulled back in behind him.

No court will take that excuse

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dude, just bend over and take it. You are in the wrong on both occasions, if the other guy sped up, you should have slowed and pulled back in behind him.

No court will take that excuse

I couldnt have pulled behind the car as there was no room - I had to accelerate to get past.

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But princess highway is a 80km/h zone.

Doesnt seem that you have any proof about having to accelerate to avoid a collision?

princes hwy has many zones - I was in a 100kmh zone at the time.

I dont have any proof of overtaking to avoid a collision??? How can you prove such a thing??

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Sorry to hear bout it - but prepare to get reemed. Dont bother going to court because you will only get reemed harder and be up for more costs. First case with the speedo that will be your fault 100% so you cant challenge it. The second one you cant prove anything and dont think the cop wont make up a story about it if he knows its going to court - what cop wants to be proven wrong? The police prosecutor is a total fagget as well.

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In the overtaking case you can claim self defence and it is then up to police to prove it wasn't. After the case with the motorcycle they will be a little more timid as the magistrate was pretty pissed that they pursued it. Talk to a lawyer but you should be able to defend yourself. As for the other one, you may have some difficulty and it would cost an engineer from MU automotive area.

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