go to court… wear a suit… be polite… plead your case with the DA… explain that your a student. etc etc… “BE POLITE” dont argue… … yes sir… no sir. mam… your honor… etc etc.
never argue… esp. when pulled over…
if you get a lawyer… it may or may not help… for 15 over… i wouldnt bother… unless this isnt your first ticket. what area was this written in? OP?