Wow! For a 3 yr old thread, this thing is filled with mis-information :wacko:
First off, FedEx won't fire you for 1 speeding ticket of 15 over. They will if you get a second one for that OR a number of other violations defined as "serious". They are very specific. They include Speeding of 15 mph of more, DUI, refusal to submit to alcohol test, leaving the scene of an accident, following too closely, erratic lane changing, violating an out of service order, or violating a railroad or grade crossing rule.
Also per federal law Any 2 of the above in 3 years and you loose your CDL for 60 days. Three in 3 years, you loose it for 120 days. I guess Fedex doesn't want to keep you on for 60 days with no CDL.
Another thing: chitownpeddler is correct that even if you get it reduced, FedEx still holds the original charge against you. And of course, you are supposed to notify the Co. on the next buisness day after recieving the ticket. The only way they will remove it from the Co record is if it is dismissed. You'll have proof of this.
The above statements are FACT. Below is my opinion...
Seems to me that the above ticket can be beaten. Obtain the printout showing the actuall speed travel at the time. Wait for the officer to tell his spiel about observing vehicle high rate of speed, he'll say he confirmed it on radar etc. Then when it's your turn, present the evidence that not only was it not possible to go that fast, you can show the exact speed. The ticket should be thrown out. NOT reduced, but thrown out.
I wouldn't want to ride around for 3 years with that hanging over my head, so I would fight it at all costs.