Arrive an hour before court time, and ask to speak to the PROSECUTING ATTORNEY. He can go into the judge's chamber, and ask for the fine to be reduced/waived. Be sure that you bring the full amount of funds for the fine, as one of the things the judge will ask you, is "Are you prepared to pay this fine in full today?" After answering, "Yes, your Honor", at that time, he will decide if he wants to reduce/waive the fine. You will still probably have to pay a court cost fee.