Residents in a few Northern California counties can now contest traffic tickets without appearing in court, thanks to a new online trial by declaration system.

The counties include Sacramento, Amador and Nevada.

This system allows individuals with certain tickets to submit a written statement and upload supporting documents online. A judge will review the materials and issue a ruling without requiring a court appearance.

The system is designed for people with "infraction violations," which are typically low-level offenses.

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