In traffic court may i ask for a continuance? If it is the original court date?

Yes, you may always ask for a continuance. You may not get the continuance depending on what the judge decides to do with your case, however you may always request the continuance. The judge may ask for the reason you are requesting the continuance, so be prepared for that question. Good luck,

As long as you have a legitimate reason for the extension and an extension has not been previously requested, the judge will likely grant your request.

You can ask for a continuance. Many assistant DIsctrict Attorneys will give you at least one continuance if you are in Admin court and ask respectfully.