Fight a Traffic Ticket in San Francisco
San Francisco's unique geography and heavy traffic enforcement mean plenty of speeding tickets. From Highway 101 to the city streets, here's your guide to fighting a traffic ticket in the City by the Bay.
San Francisco Traffic Court
Location:
Hall of Justice
850 Bryant Street, Room 101
San Francisco, CA 94103
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Common Ticket Locations in SF
US-101 sees heavy enforcement as it passes through the city, and I-280 has known speed traps near the city limits. 19th Avenue (SR-1) features both photo enforcement and regular police presence.
The Embarcadero has speed enforcement along the waterfront, and CHP maintains a presence on the Bay Bridge approaches on I-80. These are all common citation areas where successful defenses happen regularly.
Fighting Your SF Traffic Ticket
San Francisco Superior Court accepts Trial by Written Declaration for most infractions. Request form TR-205 from sfsuperiorcourt.org, pay the bail amount online or by mail, and submit your written defense. The court will mail you their decision, and if you lose, you can request a trial de novo for a second chance.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is San Francisco traffic court?
San Francisco traffic matters are heard by the San Francisco Superior Court, and your citation names the location and department assigned to your case. Court locations and counter hours change, so treat your citation and the court's own website as the authority.
How do I fight a traffic ticket in San Francisco?
Request a Trial by Written Declaration: submit form TR-205 with your written defense and the bail amount to the San Francisco Superior Court by the date on your notice. Appearing in person is the alternative if you would rather be heard live.