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by dragonwriter 2879 days ago
> On the other extreme, notice we don't have to post bail for a traffic ticket.

At least in CA, the money you pay before or instead of trial on a traffic ticket is a default bail, and you have the option of pleading no contest and forfeiting the bail as your fine, or you can contest the ticket. If you contest the ticket, at your arraignment you will be assessed for the need for and amount, if any, bail much as for any other offense.

http://www.courts.ca.gov/8452.htm