A trial for a traffic ticket is tried just like a trial in any other court. The first thing that has to happen is that you must make an appearance regardless of whether you plan to admit guilt or not.You must tell the judge whether you want a judge or jury trial. It is your responsibility to show up to your arraignment at the specified date and time. If you refuse to enter a plea, the court will enter a plea of not guilty for you, and your case will be set for a jury trial unless you waive that right. Not only can you fight a ticket, Texas law provides you with the right to a trial. Texas has a broad right to jury trial. Yes you can get a jury for a speeding ticket. At your first court appearance, the judge will ask you to enter a plea, which is your formal response to the charge. You have the right to see the complaint or citation that has been filed with the court.