Again, damn.
I've had my share of traffic tickets. Friend of mine got a ticket for no license. The cop gave him a ticket for it (I think $180 here) and told him his license is good on the computer so he could continue driving. My friend said, "What so you can pull me over again." Sometimes cops are just stupid.
Besides a lawyer, do your research online for your state so also you don't go to the lawyer with nothing. Ask them what they think they can do for you. Lawyers sometimes will try to just go for the easy downgrade. Here, it was unsafe driving and the prosecutors went along with it cause it was a money maker. $400, but no points. Now you can only get 2 in your lifetime for NJ since they changed the law. Automatic 4pts on 3rd use. Most states even have an online library of all the traffic laws. Look your's up for the exact definition. Sometime figuring out the numbering system is a little difficult. Then check what the prosecutor might downgrade them to thru forums and the lawyer. I've fought many myself and when I need assistance, my girl works for a law firm. Free legal services is always a plus.
As for the cop, I think he was being a dick and as others have said, you always have to be polite (wasn't there so don't know how you were). Didn't know you could get arrested for wreckless driving. And damn ricers, sounds like the cop has a grudge. Sucks you couldn't of had someone bring you the insurance card so your car didn't get impounded at least.
