Whether you are better off paying your speeding ticket or pleading your case in court truly depends on your individual situation. It is important to remember that if you simply pay your ticket, you are admitting guilt. This will mean a blemish on your driving record. If you drive for a living (for instance for Uber, or if you have your CDL) then a speeding ticket may cause employment issues. If this is the situation for you, or if you have had multiple infractions in the past and may be facing a suspended license it is always best to fight your ticket.