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Infraction citations resolved or contested by the appearance date on the citation - a failure to act adds a civil assessment of $10 unless written proof of good cause and may place a hold on the driver's license (vehicle code 40509/40509.5), and a failure to appear may lead to a finding of guilt in absence or in a trial by written declaration (vehicle code section 40902 and 40903); the reminder notice's options; correctable violations cleared with proof of correction signed by an officer or other authority and a fee of $25 for a single violation, proof of insurance for VC 16028(a) violations submitted directly - the fine reduced by 50% for insurance bought after the citation; parking citations handled by the City of Yuba City; juvenile citations under W&I code §603.5, a parent or legal guardian at a mandatory appearance; records requests at $15.00 a name; payment online (Visa, MasterCard and Discover, a 1.99% convenience fee), by mail with the reminder notice and the signed statement of rights, or in person; installment payments on an installment agreement and a down payment when no mandatory appearance is required; the MyCitations ability-to-pay application.
California > Third Appellate District > Sutter County > Superior Court of California, County of Sutter
How can we help? Chat with us Traffic Citations The Traffic Unit deals with infraction violations of traffic laws and other minor offenses, such as fishing without a fishing license. When an individual is cited by a law enforcement officer for a traffic, local ordinance, animal control, or other minor violation, the original citation is delivered to the court for processing. PLEASE NOTE: All parking violation citations are handled by the City of Yuba City and not the Superior Court. There are several options available to you to clear a citation, depending on the type of violation cited and how you choose to plead. These options are described in a reminder notice sent to the address listed on the citation. You must take action to resolve or contest your citation by the appearance date written at the bottom of the citation. Failure to take action If you do not take action, an additional civil assessment of $10 will be added to the amount owed unless you provide written proof of "good cause" for your failure to appear. In addition to the civil assessment of $10, a hold may be placed on your driver's license (pursuant to vehicle code 40509/40509.5). Failure to appear Lastly, if you fail to appear the court may find you guilty in your absence or in a trial by written declaration (vehicle code section 40902 and 40903). Failure to receive the reminder notice is not an acceptable excuse for not clearing the citation by the appearance date listed on the citation. Contact Information 1175 Civic Center Blvd Yuba City, CA 95993 Phone: 530-822-3303 Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Contact Traffic Types of Violations Moving Violations Moving violations are violations related to the driving and operation of a motor vehicle. Penalties and options for moving violations may include a fine, providing proof of correction, attendance at traffic violator school, or entering a plea of not guilty, posting bail and requesting a court trial. In some instances a mandatory court appearance may be required. Correctable Violations ("Fix-it" tickets) A correctable violation is one that pertains to vehicle registration, driver’s license, insurance or defective or broken equipment. If you receive a citation for a correctable violation, you may submit proof of correction with the appropriate fee(s), either by mail or in person to the Traffic Unit. To establish proof of correction, a law enforcement officer or other authority as indicated below must sign the back of your citation or reminder notice listing each violation that was corrected. Pollution Control Device violations may be signed off by a law enforcement agency unless it is noted that it be certified by a smog check station licensed by the California Bureau of Automotive Repair. Registration/Driver's License Violations can be certified by a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) clerk, a traffic clerk or law enforcement agency. Proof of Insurance for VC 16028(a) violations may be submitted directly to the court. If you were covered by insurance at the time you received the traffic citation but the proof of insurance was not in the vehicle, you can mail or bring your insurance policy or insurance card showing the dates of coverage to the Traffic Unit. For a single violation, a fee of $25 must be paid to the Court. Multiple violations must be paid in full. If submitting proof through the mail, please make checks payable to Sutter Superior Court and include your case or citation number. If you purchased insurance coverage after you received the citation, you may mail a copy or bring your insurance policy or insurance card, showing the effective dates of coverage, to the clerk's office and the fine for the insurance violation may be reduced by 50%. If you did not have insurance and do not intend to purchase it, you must pay the entire amount due reflected on your courtesy notice. How do I...? Contest the citation Get traffic school information Get help: Traffic self-help information is available at California Courts Self-Help Center Your Options You also have the option to contest the citation by entering a not guilty plea and requesting a Court Trial or a Trial by Written Declaration. Click here for options for contesting a citation. If you have a financial hardship and are having difficulty paying your ticket, you may use the below link to request assistance using the MyCitations Application. MyCitations Juvenile Traffic Traffic citations issued to persons under age 18 are also processed by the Traffic Division pursuant to W&I code §603.5 and the options and instructions on this website apply. If a mandatory appearance is required, a parent or legal guardian must accompany persons under age 18. DOWNLOAD RECORDS REQUEST FORM A $15.00 fee is required for each name to be searched. Copy fees are $.50 per page, and certified copy fees are $25 per document plus $.50 per page. Please submit the Records Request Form and a self-addressed stamped return envelope with your request. You may also conduct a record search using the public computers located in the Records Room, located at 1175 Civic Center Blvd., Yuba City, CA 95993. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with the exception of court holidays. Payment Options/information Pay by Web (online): This Court accepts Visa, MasterCard and Discover only. You may pay the fine by selecting the Traffic Payment button on our home page, or by clicking here. A convenience fee of 1.99% will be added to your payment . Our website is available 24 hours a day. Pay by Mail: Do not mail cash. Send a check or money order payable to Sutter Superior Court and mail to 1175 Civic Center Blvd., Yuba City, CA 95993. Include the full amount due, reminder notice, signed statement of rights and proof of correction if applicable. Pay in Person: Payments can be made by cash, check, money order, debit or credit card, at the Traffic Division located at 1175 Civic Center Blvd. in Yuba City. A convenience fee of 1.99% will be added for debit or credit card payments. Make Payment Arrangements: Installment payment arrangements can be made in the Traffic Division located at 1175 Civic Center Blvd. in Yuba City. If you are asking to make monthly payments without going to court, you must meet the following requirements: Your case must not require a mandatory appearance You must complete and sign an installment agreement You must pay the down payment as specified by a traffic or accounting clerk To determine eligibility, appear at the Traffic Division or call 530-822-3301 during normal business hours. Click here for more information. Past-Due Fines If your fine is past due and you have received a delinquency notice, click here. Click here if you plan to contest the citation Click here for traffic school information Click here for Traffic FAQs FINANCIAL HARDSHIP AND ABILITY TO PAY If you cannot pay the full amount of a fine for an infraction offense (including most traffic tickets), you may ask the Court to reduce the amount you owe based on your ability to pay: MyCitations
How can we help? Chat with us Traffic Citations The Traffic Unit deals with infraction violations of traffic laws and other minor offenses, such as fishing without a fishing license. When an individual is cited by a law enforcement officer for a traffic, local ordinance, animal control, or other minor violation, the original citation is delivered to the court for processing. PLEASE NOTE: All parki
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