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Fight a Traffic Ticket in Tehama County

Tehama County Traffic Court Guide
Updated February 2025

Tehama County is located in California's Northern California region with a population of approximately 65,000 residents. Whether you were ticketed on I-5 or a local road, this guide will help you understand your options for fighting your traffic ticket.

Tehama Traffic Court Locations

Tehama County traffic cases are handled at the following courthouse:

  • Tehama County Courthouse - 445 Pine St, Red Bluff, CA 96080

Common Ticket Locations in Tehama

Traffic enforcement in Tehama County is concentrated on the county's major highways: I-5, SR-99, SR-36, SR-99W.

Common ticket locations include I-5 through Red Bluff, SR-36 to coast, I-5 Corning. If you received your ticket in any of these areas, you're not alone—and there are proven strategies for fighting these citations.

Major Cities in Tehama County

We serve drivers throughout Tehama County, including Red Bluff, Corning, Tehama, and all surrounding communities.

Fighting Your Tehama Traffic Ticket

Trial by Written Declaration

The most effective way to fight your Tehama traffic ticket without taking time off work is through a Trial by Written Declaration. Request form TR-205 from the court or download it online. Submit your written defense along with the bail amount (which gets refunded if you win) before your due date.

Even if you lose, you have a safety net: within 20 days of the verdict, you can request a trial de novo for an in-person hearing—a second chance to present your case.

In-Person Court Appearance

You can appear in person at your scheduled court date at the Tehama County Courthouse, but consider what that requires: taking time off work during business hours, traveling to the courthouse, and potentially waiting hours for your case to be called. For most people, the written declaration approach is far more practical.

Tehama Fine Schedule

ViolationBase FineTotal with Fees
1-15 mph over limit$35~$238
16-25 mph over limit$70~$367
26+ mph over limit$100~$490
100+ mph$500+$900+

Note: Fines are standardized across California. Individual counties may have slight variations in administrative fees.

Why Fight Your Tehama Ticket?

Fighting your ticket makes sense for several reasons:

  • Officer no-shows: Many officers don't respond to written declarations, resulting in automatic dismissal
  • Insurance savings: A conviction can increase your rates 20-30% for years—far more than the cost of fighting
  • Protect your record: Points accumulate toward license suspension; keeping your record clean matters
  • No court appearance: With Trial by Written Declaration, the entire process happens by mail

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