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• It depends on what violation you were charged with and whether you pay it within the
  allotted 30 days after the date of the citation.
• If you pay after 30 days late fees will be assessed. See Traffic Fees for specific fines if
  paid within 30 days.
• You can pay your citation in person at 173 NE Hernando Avenue, Lake City, Florida.
• You can pay by mail by sending a cashiers check or money order to PO Box 2069, Lake City, Florida 32056, Attn: Traffic Department.
• You can pay on-line at www.myfloridacounty.com within 30 days of receiving your ticket using a credit card.

How do I make arrangements to go to driving school to avoid points being assessed.

• First, contact the Clerks Office at (386) 758-1046. You will have to sign an affidavit electing to attend a driving school, and pay the Clerks Office the associated costs for this option within 30 days of the date of the citation.
• Next, contact a driving school of your choice that is approved by the State of Florida and complete the course within 90 days from the date of the citation. The schools will advise you of their associated costs for taking the approved driving program.
• Finally, provide the Clerks Office with a copy of the Certificate of Completion that will be issued to you by the school. This option may only be used once in a 12 month period, and no more than 5 times in your lifetime. Failure to provide the Certificate within 90 days will result in your license being suspended.

How do I make a plea of not guilty or request Court Date?

• Submit a written plea of not guilty with your signature, address, phone number, and a copy of your citation.
• Request a hearing, or, if you are unable to appear, request an affidavit of defense which shall be used for your testimony.
• Enclose a self addressed, stamped envelope.
• The Clerks office cannot  reschedule an infraction court appearance date.

          By entering a plea of not guilty you are waiving your right to pay
          the fine or elect traffic school. If you are found guilty by the court,
          additional penalties may be imposed.

          IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY CALL Monday through Friday
          8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Eastern time. (386) 758-1044
                                                               (386) 758-1046
                                                               (386) 719-7588

          Or write: P. DeWitt Cason, Clerk of Courts
                         PO Box 2069
                         Lake City, Fl 32056-2069

         Overnight: P. DeWitt Cason, Clerk of Courts
                         ATTN: TRAFFIC
                         173 NE Hernando Ave
                          Lake City, Fl 32055

• If you request an extension, you waive your right to attend traffic school or have a hearing.
• You may obtain an additional 14 days to pay by coming in person to the Columbia County Courthouse at 173 NE Hernando Ave, Lake City, Florida, or by mailing your request in writing or call 386-758-1046. Please enclose a copy of your citation.

How do I obtain a copy of my driving record and points?
You may purchase a copy at the Clerks Office.
The cost for a 3 year record is $3.10 + an additional $1.00 per page if more than 1 page.