My question involves a driver's license issued by the State of: California

I got pulled over 3 months ago because a cop thought it was dangerous that I almost did not yield the cars coming towards me on a left turn. I hadn't done anything illegal until he saw my provisional license; I had 3 minors in my car and I was driving after 11:00p.m. My ticket says I have mandatory court appearance. I wanted to know if as a minor I could go to court alone and pay for the ticket, or if I absolutely HAVE to go with a parent or guardian?