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TR-300 oMandatory

Online Agreement to Pay and Forfeit Bail Installments

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2024

This form is an online agreement where a defendant can ask the court to pay off a traffic ticket in monthly payments instead of going to court. By signing, the person agrees to the payment terms and gives up certain rights they would normally have in court.

The court describes it as: Ask the trial court to allow you to pay the full amount of a traffic citation in installments instead of contesting the case in court.

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used when a person has received traffic citations and wants to pay the full amount in installments without having to appear in court.

Either party may file.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The form states that the defendant must complete it, and it is to be submitted to the court. The court will also fill out sections for use only.
What happens if I don't make a payment on time?
The form warns that if a payment is late, the person may have to pay the rest of the unpaid bail right away. The court could also charge a failure to appear or pay, or issue an arrest warrant.
What rights do I give up by signing this?
By signing, the person agrees to give up rights like appearing in court without paying bail, asking for a court trial, or having the right to be represented by an attorney at the court's expense.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2024.

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