ClerkHero is a powerful tool that helps you fight it on your own — without going to court or hiring a lawyer.
Three simple steps to fight your ticket
Take a photo of your traffic ticket. Our system instantly analyzes the violation code and court details.
We analyze the violation code & prepare your mail in defense with prefilled declaration letters and instructions.
Follow our simple checklist to print, sign, and mail your declaration to the court. That's it!
Hassle-free digital experience to dispute California issued traffic tickets. Powered by AI. No law firms. No court visiting. No stress.

Verified California Case: [7LRJ004CM] → Search at occourts.org. Outcome: Found Not Guilty by Court.
File your California traffic dispute online in minutes.
We turn your ticket into a ready-to-file court defense.
Takes less than 5 minutes
You don’t need a law degree to fight a ticket anymore.
No confusing legal words. Just straight answers.
Just print, sign, and mail. Done.
Based on actual user outcomes
That one ticket? It doesn’t go away. It follows you. Fight it now, and you won’t have to explain it later — to your insurer, your boss, or anyone else who runs a background check.
Even a single ticket on your record can lead to painful insurance premium increases. A single ticket could raise your insurance by $36/month for 30 months. That’s over $1,000 lost — when you could’ve fought it for less than the cost of gas for the month.
Traffic school isn’t “no big deal.” It’s hours of your life watching dry videos, answering boring quizzes, and paying yet another fee — all just to keep your record clean. When you fight your ticket the smart way, you skip the school and keep your weekend.
Cops look at your record. If it’s spotless, they’re more likely to let you go with a warning. If it’s not… expect the opposite. Keeping your record clean today helps you tomorrow.
One flat fee, no hidden costs, full refund if you don't win
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Hear from Californians who used ClerkHero to contest their tickets by mail and keep points off their record.
“ClerkHero walked me through everything I needed to file in LA County. Ticket dismissed and bail refunded.”
Jasmine P.
Los Angeles
“I was skeptical, but the defense was solid. The court converted my speeding ticket to non-moving.”
Rafael M.
San Diego
“Worth every penny. No court appearance, no lawyer, and my insurance didn't go up.”
Kelly H.
Sacramento
A Trial by Written Declaration is a legal process in California that allows you to contest your traffic ticket in writing instead of appearing in court. You submit your defense arguments via mail, and the judge reviews your case without requiring your physical presence.
Yes, you must pay the full bail amount upfront when filing your Trial by Written Declaration. However, if you win your case, the court will refund the entire amount. If you lose, you can request a new trial (trial de novo) for a second chance.
Yes! Trial by Written Declaration is available in every California county court. Our system automatically customizes your defense kit for your specific court and violation type, ensuring compliance with local rules and procedures.
If your dispute does not result in a win, email us proof of the court outcome and we will refund your entire service fee. No hidden conditions, just a full refund when the court rules against you.
We can help with most traffic violations including speeding, red light camera tickets, stop sign violations, cell phone tickets, and other moving violations. However, we cannot assist with DUI charges, reckless driving, or cases requiring mandatory court appearances.
Yes. ClerkHero is a California legal document assistant service focused on Trial by Written Declaration defense kits. We're licensed, carry professional liability insurance, and our kits use court-accepted forms. You can read verified customer experiences on our Reviews page or on Trustpilot.