Some people think that it's only a ticket and they should just pay the fine, without realizing the consequences involved in paying the ticket and pleading guilty.
Your plea of guilt can subject you to substantial fines, potential for surcharges, increases in your insurance rates, loss of license or suspension of your driving privileges and in some circumstances immigration issues.
It is important to understand the nature of your charges and the collateral consequences associated with your guilty plea before you go to Court or pay the summons.