When you pay a WA traffic ticket, you’re admitting guilt; basically, you’re pleading “guilty” to the offense.
When you plead “guilty,” expect the following:
- You waive the right to challenge your ticket in court.
- Unless your traffic ticket states you must appear in court, you can pay your fine online, by mail, or by phone to avoid going to the court.
- See How to Pay Your WA Traffic Ticket below.
- The state will record the violation conviction on your driving record.
- Repeat violations can lead to license suspension, and some violations lead to automatic suspension.
- The court might allow you to complete a defensive driving course to keep the violation off your driving record.
- This is not the same as ticket dismissal.
- Your auto insurance company probably will increase your rates.
