Universal ticket strategy: Call the number on the back of the ticket a few days after it's issued (so there's time for it to be entered). Have a very polite and calm chat with the clerk about what their system is for folks who don't want to just pay the fine. They will usually be quite helpful. Do understand they have no vested interest in you, the ticket, nor the disposition of the matter. Ideally you're shooting for a plea bargain of sorts and you will be out some money in the deal.