[SamIam]

Pay it and be happy there are no points.

You admitted that it was yellow as you approached, turned red as you crossed the intersection, and you slowed then gunned it.

You admitted that technically, the light was red (barely) Law is all about technicalities. You admitted the light was red, even if barely. Not to be antagonistic about it, but you ran the light and you got caught. Just pony up and be glad there aren't any points.

As my old football coach used to say, "Sometimes you get the bear, sometimes the bear gets you."

I just reread your explanation. You admitted you were also exceeding the speed limit by 7 to 10 miles per hour. Obviously, we all done it, but if you get ticketed, what's your beef? You admitted to speeding and blowing through the light. You were wrong, pay it and move on. And I say that as someone who has done the same thing, so I am not preaching, I'm just giving my opinion.