The best way to avoid getting a traffic ticket is to make sure that you don’t break any traffic laws. This includes making sure all of your lights are working properly, making sure you obey traffic signs and warnings and making sure the “extras” on your vehicle, such as window tint, conform to the local law.

If you do get pulled, there are some things you can do that may help the officer reconsider giving you a ticket. Be respectful. Even if you do not agree with the officer try not to be too argumentative. Don’t do things like ask for the supervisor or ask them if they should be “catching real criminals.” Don’t tell them that you pay their salaries. Just try to be polite and acknowledge the issue. If you do, the officer may let you off with a warning.

Even if you drive carefully, you may get stopped. Even if you are polite the officer may still give you a ticket. If you do get a ticket, contact a local traffic attorney to see if you have any remedies.