If you want to contest your traffic ticket, you can ask for a trial. You must ask for the trial before the due date on the notice you got from the court.If you are going through a jury trial, you can submit your proposed jury instructions to the judge. It's important to note that in California, there is no right to a jury trial for traffic infractions. This means that you plead not guilty and ask a judge to decide if you are guilty or not. In most states, you don't have the right to a jury trial for minor traffic offenses like speeding, running a red light, and distracted driving. What to expect if you fight a moving violation infraction (speeding, stops signs, red lights, and the like) in traffic court. You will have 90 days to complete DSC. This pamphlet is not intended to be legal advice and should never be used in the place of a good criminal lawyer. Receiving a summons for jury duty is about as welcome as a traffic ticket.