How do you defer a speeding ticket in Washington State?

The person who would represent themselves in a court of law has a fool for a lawyer. Period.

Personal experience CRIES OUT that you obtain/retain a lawyer, quickly. Even what is generally perceived as a "cheap traffic lawyer" can prevent that ticket from appearing on your driving record, preventing a future "unforeseen rise" in your insurance premium that may follow you for seven years- or more- yes; REALLY.