&^$%#@ Court system!!!

[Steve1968LS2]

When my Camaro got smashed into I called the CHP for an accident report to cover my ass.

The cop that showed up wasn't one of the cool ones, he was the robot type. Since the back of my car was destroyed I couldn't open my trunk to get my proof of insurance out. I offered to call the insurance company and get the policy number or have my wife bring proof since she was on her way to get me.

The cop said "Just mail proof that you had insurance to the court and they will dismiss the case". I asked him if he had to give me the ticket even though the accident clearly wasn't my fault and he said "Then I would have to let everyone go"

Anyways, the notice comes and I send in the proof that I had insurance. It made no mention of a fine. I should have photocopied it.

Now I get a letter that says I owe $778.60!!!

and the remark "INS NOT Acceptable for correction on this violation or appear in court"

I call today and the lady says "Since there was an accident you can't show proof later, you need to show it there"

Well f%#$! I couldn't open my trunk!

Now I have to take a day off work and drive across the planet to go before a judge to explain the deal.

And knowing most judges he will just screw me over so the city can make a bit more revenue.