<human>: Four years back, I got two speeding tickets one week apart. They both required me to appear in court a month later. Being young and irresponsible, I decided to appear for the first, ignore the second, and in the end failed to pay either. My license was suspended and was charged with a failure to pay and a failure to appear.

I now have a stable job and too many responsibilities to be caught driving without a license. I called the court and they told me that both tickets add up to a bit over $1,200, although the person at the court mentioned the possibility of the judge decreasing my fines. I have a court appearance scheduled for next Tuesday, but don't know what to expect.

I completely admit that I brought this onto myself and realize that it's time to step up and be responsible. Thing is that $1,200 is a big chunk of change right now, and that doesn't include the DMV fees. Have any of you been in this or a similar position and have any advice for me?

If it helps, I'm in California.

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<bot>: Got two speeding tickets four years back that I ignored and now total $1,200. Seeking advice to possibly get that lowered.