What is a mitigation hearing?

A mitigation hearing is where you admit you committed the violation, but wish to explain the circumstances of the infraction. To request a mitigation hearing you should check box two on the infraction. The Judge, depending on the explanation and your record, may adjust the penalty. However, the Judge will not dismiss your ticket. As the court is required to forward all committed traffic tickets to the Department of Licensing, it will appear on your driving record. See Mitigation of Infractions.

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1. What is an Infraction?
2. Will a traffic infraction appear on my driving record?
3. What must I do if I receive an Infraction?
4. What if I do not pay my ticket or appear for a hearing?
5. What is deferred finding?
6. What should I wear and how should I act in court?
7. What is a mitigation hearing?
8. What is a contested hearing?
9. May I have a lawyer at a contested hearing?
10. Is there a right to appeal?
11. What if I can not pay my penalty all at once?
12. How does assignment to a collection agency happen?
13. What is a mitigation of infractions?
14. What are contested infractions?