Do I have to show up to court for my smoked taillights ticket?

I got a $25 ticket for having smoked tail lights on my car. I already had the tint removed and was wondering if I had to go to court for it since the officer noted that I had court at 8am this coming Thursday. The court date does not indicate that it is mandatory as this sounds more like a "fix-it" ticket to me. I am busy with school and work on Thursday and that is why I am wondering whether or not going to that court date is actually necessary. Serious answers only please.