It doesn't sound like that's the case, and there is NEVER a reason for an employed person to allow a simple speeding ticket to turn into a bench warrant. I've struggled with these kinds issues in the past and the way out is to step up and take responsibility for your financial decisions.

You're right.

I could have done community service instead, but I didn't.

I didn't take responsibility for the ticket, and I just let it go. There's no excuse.