Speeding Ticket in Ventura County- less than 18 months, traffic school?

Question

I got a ticket in Ventura County and I'm only 11 days shy of the 18 months until i'm eligible to go to traffic school. I know in Chatsworth, CA. that the judge is real "cool" and will allow traffic school (8 hours instead of 4) within the 18 months. Anybody know about Ventura Courthouse, in Ventura not Simi Valley (the judges in Simi are dicks!) if they will allow traffic school if i'm within 11 days from the 18 month period?

Answer 1

The problem with taking traffic school a second time within 18 months is that the dismissal that results is not confidential at DMV, and can be seen by your insurance company and used for some rate-setting purposes, including denying you a "safe driver" discount.  Even if the judge gives you a break, the DMV is bound by the letter of the law.

Answer 2

they should let you slide

Answer 3

If it has been less than 18 months you can contact the Judge where your new citation came from and ask permission to take a defensive driving class. Some judges will allow this. I recommend doing this in person. I took a great ONLINE class with http://www.TicketRelief.com. They were quick, easy, and affordable. I completed my schooling in a day!