It's admirable when people are able to admit mistakes.
Ken is speeding down the freeway because he wants to get home early, and he's pulled over by officer Pete.
Ken wants to explain why he went so fast.
Ken tells Pete that he was being an idiot and trying to get home early, and he's really sorry he won't do it again.
Ken tells Pete that his wife texted him about an emergency, and he's just rushing home.
Pete is impressed that Ken just outright admitted his mistake and took ownership of it, so he lets him off with a warning.
Pete asks to see the text, which doesn't exist so Pete gets angry about the lie and gives Ken the maximum fine.