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Oh well, Rowlett got my $160.00 out of this deal. I believe this is a monumental ripoff, as from all appearances I was in a country environment and then in Rowlett, with no real chance of slowing down because I did not see the sign. Oh well.

I am wondering if the state sets limits on what the speed limit can be in areas not incorporated in cities. I cannot do defensive driving as I have a commercial license.

I am aware an officer can ticket me outside of his jurisdiction.












i am wondering if

I came out of Garland on Rowlett Road and was getting ready to cross the bridge into Rowlett. I thought I was in an unincorporated area so I accelerated coming off of the hill as I left Garland. I didn't see a sign when I crossed over the bridge into Rowlett, as a car was in the right lane blocking my view.

I think I then saw a 40 mph sign as I saw an officer and I slowed down. He motioned me over, so I stopped, presented my licenses and he wrote me a ticket for 55 in a 40.

Some questions I need to ponder before deciding whether I need to contest the ticket:

Is Rowlett Road between Garland and the bridge unincorporated?
What does the state have to say about speed limits on unincorporated roads?

Thanks