In this unprecedented era of concern about safety on American roadways, the economic impact of speeding tickets on individuals continues to increase at alarming rates. Aside from regular speeding ticket fees that you must pay within a certain timeframe, you also can face increased insurance premiums and points on your driving record that can lead to unwanted repercussions in terms of your driver's license. While there are some defenses available to you if you choose to contest your speeding ticket, you ultimately may be unsuccessful, depending in the circumstances. For instance, you might argue that you had justification for speeding, such as if you were rushing a loved one to the hospital, or you were fleeing from a criminal who was pursuing you. You also could argue that speed limits were not properly posted according to your state's laws, or that the police officer was mistaken in measuring your speed at the time he or she pulled you over. While these defenses might be successful in some situations, your best bet may be to attempt to enter a deferral program, a version of which is available in most states. If you attend a state-sanctioned driving course, you may be able to have your ticket dismissed altogether, less the costs of the course, which tend to be relatively insignificant, as compared to the actual costs of a speeding conviction on your driver's record.