My question involves a speeding ticket from the State of California.

I got a ticket going 20 over in Placer County (85 MPH in a 65). It was from a motorcycle CHP around a corner. I'm 25 and this is my first traffic incident/ticket of any sort.

If I plead not guilty, do I have any chance of getting the fine reduced? Has anyone had any luck getting a fine reduced? Not sure if it's worth my time to drive all the way back up there.

Also, if I do plead not guilty, does anyone have experience with the courts up there and know if I'll likely lose my option of taking traffic school?

Thanks in advance for any help.