You can challenge most traffic tickets in writing without having to go to court. Can't Afford to Pay Fine: Traffic and Other Infractions.UD-100, Complaint-Unlawful Detainer. I need to ask the judge to accept my certificate once more so my insurance rates will go back to their normal cost. The MyCitations online tool allows you to enter a plea and make an ability to pay requests on eligible infractions without going to court. Writing an appeal letter to the court about your traffic ticket is the first thing you need to do in order to get a violation dismissed. You need to call the traffic school, since you already paid the fine. You might never get a letter from the traffic school after paying the fine. Include citation number, vehicle license plate number and your complete mailing address in your letter. - If possible I would like this case to be dismissed since this would be my first offense and would greatly affect my financial situation.