Highway 39 (E and W) intersects with Highway 177 (N and S).
When heading west on HWY 39, the speed drops quickly from 65 to 40, all within a quarter of a mile. I know about this area and always slow down. If you miss these signs, then there’s no room for error because you will get pulled over by a cop hiding downhill just before the intersection. I was asking my kids what they wanted for dinner and didn’t notice the speed change. As soon as I topped the hill and saw the cop, I knew I was speeding, but it was too late. I got a ticket for going 63 in a 40 and a reckless driving ticket ($465 total).
I’m a single dad and don’t make much money. Most of my money goes to bills and sometimes I’m left with $100 a week to get food, gas, and whatever else my family needs. This ticket is going to really put my family in a bind this month. Not only that I’m labeled as a reckless driver now. It was a mistake.