As has been said, go down anytime before the court date, stand in line to tell the one counter that you want to speak to the crown, then in all likelihood you'll want to go for a coffee to kill a bit of time, then wait come more u til they call you. Have a little story ready, and some apologies, and the fact that you're a struggling student. You may not need to say much, but be ready just in case.
I have gone in trying to tell them why I legitimately felt I had an issue with the ticket, and they didn't even care to hear it. But I have overheard 1 of the JP's that was really wanting some reasons why she should reduce this. I didn't get her, but be prepared to tell her why you deserve her mercy, just in case.
Well worth your time, and the cost of downtown parking.
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