My question involves traffic court in the State of: California.
I was cited with CVC 22349(a) for going over 65mpg on the highway.
First is the date to appear in court (on front of ticket), is that the arraignment date? The day where I plea not guilty or guilty? And is the officer required to show up on this date too? And am I likely to get my fine reduced by showing up and pleading guilty?
Second, for the speedy trial law, Penal Code 1382(a)(3), as I understand, begins after I enter my plea. So if I show up on the court date and contest the ticket, I have to have a trial within 45days? And same thing if I just show up to court to schedule a trial any time before my arraignment date?
How many days after I enter my plea, is a trial usually set for? Could it be as close as a week away?
If i contest the ticket, and am still found guilty, do I pay even more money because of added court fees?
Thanks for taking the time to read all this.

