Resolution of Ridiculousness

Back in August one of my dear training mates was issued a citation for running a "red" light on his bike when he proceeded through an intersection on a yellow light. I was not happy.

Today the tables were turned. Now the citing officer is not happy.

We went to court today, after some fine cross-examination of the citing officer by the alleged defendant and subsequent witness testimony, the matter was dismissed. It took every ounce of decorum to not leap with joy when the judge announced his verdict. I managed to wait until we were in the elevator.

My favorite moment of the day: After the "trial," a Novato police officer who had appeared on another matter followed us out of the courtroom to congratulate us. He said, "I know what you two like to do for fun (cycling), but as soon as you started talking I knew what you did for a living."