What should I write in the letter? You will then be given a form on which to write your side of the story in regards to the ticket.Make your explanation a darn good one. Dear Honorable Judge, My name is Michael . I have been a safe responsible driver with a clean driving record for a little over five years now. To set up an installment plan, stop into traffic court and appear before the judge. I appreciate you considering my request to have the speeding ticket thrown out or downgraded to a nonmoving offense. All requests for continuances on the day of the summary trial or hearing shall be in writing, on the courtapproved form, and shall be presented. We highly recommend presenting a copy of the death certificate with the letter of request. The first thing which they will want to do, is review the face of the citation and see if there is a legal basis to get it dismissed.