If you have been cited for a civil traffic violation, you may pay your fine through the mail or in person prior to your court date. Or you may request an extension. The request must be in writing and must be received at the court no later than 7 days before your court date or it will be denied.If you have been cited for a criminal violation, you may file for an extension and you must state good cause. Court date extensions must be requested in writing at least 7 days prior to your court date. Extensions are not automatically granted. If good cause cannot be shown, the extension will not be granted and you will have to appear on your original court date.