Pay for Traffic Citation in the County of Santa Clara, California using this service
FAQs
Can I pay my traffic fine online?
To pay your fine, your citation must have been processed by the Court. If you don't have a courtesy notice yet, check the Traffic Case Info website to learn if your case has been processed.
Why is my fine so high, or more than the officer told me?
There are many reasons why the actual fine (bail) is higher than you were told.
There are fees added by the court (that the ticketing officer is unaware of) that are required by the state government.
Also, if you have prior tickets on your record, additional fees are added.
You may be told $20 at the time you get the citation, and the actual fine is $80, or you may be told $100 and end up having to pay $300.
Why do I have to pay Civil Assessment?
If you do not pay your fine on time, an extra fee may be added to your fine amount and your case may be referred for collection.
California law permits the Court to impose a civil assessment fine against any individual:
- who fails, after notice and without good cause, to appear in court for any proceeding, or
- who fails to pay all or any portion of a fine ordered by the Court
The civil assessment amount is imposed in addition to, and separate from, any fine connected with a traffic citation.
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