Two Too Many

Ed: Okay, but let's say it goes to trial. They have to prove it beyond a reasonable doubt. In a utopian world, everything would go perfect, and everyone would know that, and everyone who was guilty would just plead guilty. But what if the officer got caught in a hurricane and didn't show? Then they wouldn't have a case because he couldn't show his certification as a radar operator. It would be dismissed.

Me: But if I went to trial, I would have to testify that I was going 82. I'm honest.

Ed: That's not a problem.

Me: Why?

Ed: Because then I wouldn't put you on the stand.

Fuhgeddaboudit . I paid the ticket.

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