VC 40508 Failure To Appear

[visava]

I was originally given citation for broken windshield.I had just to show proof of correction which I did
.But looks like there was a $10 fee to be paid which I was not aware of as the letter I got from court did not mention it.
I then received a letter of VC 40508a (Failure to Appear) and was asked to pay $1000 fine.
I should have hired an attorney to dismiss the charge but I did not know that it was a misdemeanor .
I paid $1000 fine.

Will this affect Naturalization? what are my options

1. Try to reopen case and try for dimissal.
2. California expungenment after 1 year.(This results in dismissal but record remain for immigration )

 

[dafortycal]

A lawyer will cost you more than $1,000 in legal fees. The FTA charge will not effect your Natz's.
Now, did they ask for $1,000 or did they say the fine could be as high as $1,000? I'm sure there is a telephone number you can call, I'm betting your fine is more like $100 or less.