It was once as Christopher Nero said, but don't count on it. My spouse did that and was told that the rules had changed, but only AFTER he did the process as described. He was told that's not how it works now. So, at least phone them because after you give bail, it's theirs. Do not miss the deadlines.
SEND THE BAIL AND A WRITTEN EXPLANATION Enclose in the citation envelope a check or money order for the bail amount along with an explanation as to why you are contesting the ticket. Your explanation is a waiver of your right to a court hearing and consent to any judgment rendered. The court will consider your explanation and either refund your bail or forfeit all or part of it.
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