Ahhhhhh yes, I posted in the original thread my quick results -
My dad volunteered to talk to the guy and so he dropped the $270 ticket, and then I'd have to pay the $170.50 ticket. It wasn't worth the $440 and 6 point risk of going to court.....so I swallowed my pride and paid the $170.
Still dumb situation, still hate the cops but it's over now

Thanks for your concern
Warthog