Ohio Legal Question

[RHNewfie]

Hey Folks,

Hoping someone here might be able to point me in a good direct. Long story short, I forgot about a speeding ticket I got in Ohio last month. Court date came and passed and then I get a letter in the mail stating that there is this fun warrant for my arrest after which I will have to post $1000 bond and then pay the fine... I called the court office and explained the situation, they were less than helpful. Indicated that I would have to go down there and they will put me in front of the judge etc (seems like a terrible waste of time and money). They also indicated that I could potentially send a letter to the judge and explain the situation to see what he might do.

Oh, and I am Canadian.

Any thoughts?

Oh, I fully admit that this was my fault and careless. I simply want to find the most efficient way to handle it.

Thanks!