Preparation and presentation are the keys to a successful hearing. Be thorough and leave nothing to chance.Use this form to request that the DMV reopen a Traffic Violations Bureau traffic ticket from New York City that resulted in a default judgment against you. You need to fill out the right side of the ticket completely (including your current mailing address) and sign it. To dispute a ticket, you must request a hearing within 30 days after the ticket was issued to avoid paying late penalties. If you request a trial, the officer would have to present his evidence in court. First he has to show up, which many cops don't. See if the county has a traffic ticket diversion program. Completing the program usually dismisses the ticket. How much would I have to pay for a speeding ticket of 40 in a 30 in the bronx.