Subject: Sample Letter Requesting Dismissal of Ticket for Failure to Appear Dear [Judge's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to humbly request the dismissal of my citation for failure to appear regarding [Ticket Number] that was issued to me on [Date of Issuance]. First and foremost, let me express my sincere apologies for my failure to appear in court on the scheduled date. I fully understand the importance of being present and submitting to the court's jurisdiction. Regrettably, due to unforeseen circumstances beyond my control, I was unable to attend the hearing as required. To provide the court with some context, I was unexpectedly hospitalized due to a severe medical emergency that occurred on the day of my court appearance. This unfortunate incident left me incapacitated and unable to fulfill my obligation to appear. Please find enclosed relevant medical records as evidence of the incident and subsequent hospitalization. Furthermore, I would like to draw attention to my clean driving record, which reflects my prior commitment to safe and responsible driving. Over the years, I have maintained a spotless record with no previous traffic violations or offenses. Enclosed you will find a copy of my driving record as supporting evidence of my responsible driving behavior. It is my sincerest belief that this isolated incident does not accurately represent my character, and I pledge to ensure such an event will not occur in the future. I have learned from this experience and recognize the gravity of the matter, as well as the consequences of my actions. I kindly request your mercy and understanding in considering the dismissal of my ticket for failure to appear. Furthermore, I genuinely regret my absence and assure you that it was purely unintentional, resulting from a medical emergency beyond my control. Furthermore, I understand that your primary concern is to uphold the integrity of the court system. However, I respectfully ask that you take into account the extenuating circumstances of my failure to appear. I assure you that I am committed to compliance with all legal obligations moving forward. Once again, I wholeheartedly apologize for any inconvenience or disruption my absence may have caused, and I thank you for taking the time to review this request. I have complete faith in your wisdom and fair judgment in evaluating this matter. Should you require any additional documentation or information, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address]. I am ready and available to provide any further support that may assist your decision-making process. Thank you for your attention and consideration. Yours sincerely, [Your Full Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Date]