While many traffic tickets are heard in traffic courts across the country, California traffic tickets are heard in Superior Court. If you are pulled over, you will receive either one of these types of a citation: Infraction. This is a violation that is not punishable by jail or prison time. In most cases, the most you will pay is $250 fine plus court costs and surcharges. An infraction could include speeding or failure to yield traffic ticket California. Misdemeanor. These violations are punishable by up to six months in jail and up to $1,000 in fines. An example of a misdemeanor is DUI. Traffic tickets may seem minor but if you get too many, you could lose your driver's license for having too many points. If you get four points within 12 months; six points within 24 months or eight points within 36 months your license could be suspended or revoked.