Asked for jury but judge went on with bench trial

Jury trial is not allowed in traffic court. That has been held constitutional.

What is your question? Jury trials are not permitted for speeding cases. Did you go to the clerk and try to pay the fee for the jury? The clerk would have told you the same thing. If you act as your own lawyer, you are held to the same standard - including knowledge of procedure - as a lawyer.

Unfortunately, thats often the case. Generally, a better strategy is to just cross-examine the trooper and draw out all of the inconsistencies and inaccuracies in his testimony. Create doubt; highlight what he cannot prove. Its difficult even for an experienced attorney - dont feel too bad.