Instructions

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Show up on time to traffic court. Not showing up on time to something important can cause you to loose out on a lot. In the instance of traffic court, if you don't show up on time you will possibly lose your chance to get out of a traffic violation. If you show up late, in some jurisdictions, the traffic judge will write your ticket off, give you a certain amount of time to pay the ticket and warrant that your driver's license be suspended if you fail to pay the ticket amount. On top of all this, you will more than likely lose your chance to present a case of your own to the judge in an effort to get out of paying the traffic ticket. It is recommended that you show up at least 30 minutes early to traffic court (if court is still in session, wait).
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Pay attention to your appearance. By default, when you go somewhere important like to a formal function or court of any kind, you should always strive to appear your best. You don't have to show up to court all decked out in a three piece suit with cuff links and all, just look decent (typically a pair of khakis, good pair of blue jeans and a nice shirt to tuck in. No hats!). It is recommended that you look your best, because this might (and sometimes does) impress the judge and strike leniency in the judge to give you a break.
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Present well to the judge. When you finally do come before the judge, you will want to have "all of your ducks in a row," know what to say, and have a good professional tone in your voice. Having a slack appearance, rambling on with the judge, trying to fault someone other than yourself and a broad array of other legal turn-offs will not buy you any leniency with the presiding judge. It is recommended that you be straight to the point (tell the judge everything about your situation) and own up to your wrong doing when going to confront the judge.