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Yeah, fight it... the officer blatantly misinterpreted (or just plain didn't read) that version of the law. There are a lot of things sketchy about the whole stop from what you said and I'd make sure to tell the judge that as well. The law clearly states no part of the car can be lower than the bottom of your wheel's lip. (this is to ensure that if you were to have a blowout driving up the 5, you wouldn't slide to a stop on your frame rails, but would instead be able drive safely off the motorway) It sounds like the cop was profiling you for your vehicle's appearance, and had to come up with a reason to have pulled you over to check your info.
Long story short, driving a modified car (especially a sport compact) is a pain in SoCal, mainly because of these types of encounters. Know your rights and the law because you will continue to get pulled over, return the car to stock or move. Sorry Dude.
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