Non-Traffic Infractions

Infractions (Non-Traffic) at a Glance

There are many minor violations which are:

• Classified as "infractions"
• Not for violations of the Vehicle Code (commonly known as a traffic ticket)

Examples of non-traffic infraction violations are:

• Possession of less than 1 ounce of marijuana
• Fishing without a license, and other specified Fish and Game Code violations
• City and County Ordinances (also called Municipal Codes) such as no dog license, walking a dog off a leash, no bicycle license, no business license, drinking alcohol in public, removal/possession of a shopping cart, and operation of a vehicle over allowed weight on specified streets
• Specified Boating violations
• Specified Parks and Recreation violations
• Purchase/attempt to purchase or consume alcohol under the age of 21

If your violation is:

• An infraction of the Vehicle Code, you can read more about traffic tickets in the Traffic Section and Self-Help Section of this website.
• A misdemeanor or felony, you can read more in the Criminal Section of this website.

Infractions:

An infraction is a minor offense. Most infractions are written on a "ticket" form but infractions can also be filed by the prosecutor on a "complaint" document. An infraction is usually punishable by a fine and if the fine is paid, there is no jail time.

Make sure your ticket has the infraction box checked or the complaint says "infraction" before reading this section. If it says misdemeanor or felony, you can read more in the Criminal Section of this website.

The website explains options available, such as:

• Obtaining an extension on a due date
• Paying your ticket
• How to see a judge
• Setting a trial date if you think you are not guilty

Other helpful information that you will find in this section includes:

• Resources and obtaining help with your ticket
• Online services, including looking up your ticket
• Courtesy Violation Information Notice information
• Preparing for a court appearance
• Appealing a decision of the court

Assistance In-Person and Online

Superior Court of Orange County Traffic Division:

Even though your offense is not Traffic related, it is filed and processed in the Traffic Division. Court staff are available from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday-Friday to accept payments and proof of correction, schedule court dates, give extensions on due dates, file documents, and respond to general questions at any of the court locations (see below).

Self-Help Services Hours of Operation:

Courthouse	Location	Clerk's Office Hours	Self-Help Services Hours	Self-Help Document Review Hours
Image Central Justice Center	700 Civic Center Drive West Santa Ana, CA 92701	Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.	Image In-person Self-Help Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.	Image In-person Review Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Image Lamoreaux Justice Center	341 The City Drive South Orange, CA 92868-3205	Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.	Image In-person Self-Help Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.	Image In-person Review Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Image Costa Mesa Justice Complex	3390 Harbor Blvd. Costa Mesa, CA 92626-1554	Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.	Image Live Self-Help Kiosk Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.	Image Live Self-Help Kiosk Review Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Image West Justice Center (Westminster)	8141 13th Street Westminster, CA 92683	Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.	Image Live Self-Help Kiosk Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.	Image Live Self-Help Kiosk Review Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Image North Justice Center (Fullerton)	1275 N Berkeley Ave Fullerton, CA 92832	Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.	Image Live Self-Help Kiosk Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.	Image Live Self-Help Kiosk Review Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Image Harbor Justice Center (Newport Beach)	4601 Jamboree Rd Newport Beach, CA 92660	Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.	Image Live Self-Help Kiosk Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.	Image Live Self-Help Kiosk Review Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Superior Court of Orange County Online Services:

The court provides a variety of online services. Pay your ticket, obtain an extension on your due date, reserve a date to see the judge, access forms, or view your case online.

Superior Court of Orange County Online Assistance:

Inquiries regarding non-traffic infractions can be submitted electronically, here.

Courthouse Locations and Hours

You can go to any of the courts (Justice Centers) or Self-Help Centers for assistance with your non-traffic infraction ticket. Even though your offense is not Traffic related, it is filed and processed in the Traffic Division.

Traffic Division Hours:

Monday thru Friday:
8:00am – 4:00pm

To Appear Before a Judge:

You must reserve a court date. To conduct court business via online services, which includes requesting an extension, establishing a payment plan or making a payment, submitting electronic correspondence, submitting proof of correction online, reserving a court date, or setting up automatic reminders for your case(s), access My Court Portal as a guest user or create an account.

Drop Box Information:

Drop boxes or door slots are located at each of the courthouses below, with 24/7 access. Payments, proof of correction (fix-it-tickets) with the correct fee, and properly completed documents placed in drop boxes before 4:00pm on an open court day will be considered received on the same date.

*Even though your offense is not Traffic related, it is filed and processed in the Traffic Division.

Forms and Law

Traffic forms are available online. Traffic and Self-Help Center staff can answer general questions if you need help completing forms. See above for locations and hours.

Local Forms:

Local Traffic Forms from the Orange County Superior Court Website (Traffic Tab)

State Forms:

State Forms from the California Courts Website

Laws:

California Statutes - Use this link to read the laws you were charged with violating.
Municipal Code Ordinances-refer to the applicable city or county website.

Traffic Bail (Fines)

Schedule of State Traffic Fines and Penalties:

• Find a listing of bail (fines) for some non-traffic violations.
• Find a listing of bail (fines)for Local Offenses on page 13 B.

CAUTION: Other statutory fees and assessments may also be owing. Use this schedule as a guideline only.

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