So I went through a stop sign today and got pulled over. I was guilty of doing it and I will pay the fine. My brother is a suburban police officer and he said that he couldn't help me get out of the points in Philly because even the Philly officers don't show up to court. I know that in 'burbia if the cop doesn't show up then the case it thrown out. Is this not the same in Philly? I really am not opposed to paying for the ticket ($118). He caught me fair and square but I just don't want my insurance to go through the roof. I asked him there were points and he said there weren't but upon looking online with the statute that I violated it says 3 POINTS! So I'm confused. Should I mention that when I go for my hearing (i'm still pleading not guilty just so I can throw myself on the mercy of the court) just leave that fact alone. Are the rules different in Philly for stop signs? Will the cop show up to the hearing? Any advise would be much appriciated.

Thanks!

-SG