Curfew first time violation?

Last week in Wharton County in Texas, I was with my friends playing tennis, after tennis which was around 11:15. my friends decided to take us to the store to buy me water. 10 minutes later a cop shows up and gives us a curfew violation citation. we have to go to court this coming month. How can I talk to the judge about the violation if this is the first time that it has happen to me? is there a way to reduce the fine? need help soon plz??