Oakdale, CA · Stanislaus County

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Request for Formal Review of Animal Citation

This form lets a person cited for an animal-related violation ask the Oakdale Police Department to formally review the citation.

What this form is

Use this form to request a formal review of an animal citation issued to you. It asks for your contact information, citation details, and a statement explaining why you believe the citation should be dismissed; you may continue your statement on a separate piece of paper. The form also describes review outcomes and notes that a fine must be paid if the citation is determined valid.

Who needs it

A person who received an animal citation and wants to explain why they believe it should be dismissed needs this form.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details. The form lists the Police Department at 250 N 3rd Avenue, Oakdale, CA 95361, and provides a fax number.

About notarization

This document is signed and dated without a notary; the signer states that the written statement is true and correct.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download the Form

    Download the Request for Formal Review of Animal Citation PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete the Form

    Enter your contact and citation details, then explain why you believe the citation should be dismissed.

  3. 3

    Add a Separate Statement if Needed

    If you need more space for your explanation, continue on a separate piece of paper.

  4. 4

    Sign and Date

    Sign and date the form to state that your statement is true and correct.

  5. 5

    Submit to the City

    Use the Police Department contact information listed on the form and check the city website for current submission details.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the animal citation review request?
No. The form has a signature and date line, and the signer states that the statement is true and correct; it does not require a notary.
How do I submit the animal citation review request?
The form names the Oakdale Police Department and lists its address and fax number, but does not give submission instructions. Check the city website for current contact details.
What information does the form ask for?
It asks for your contact information, citation number and issue date, vehicle details, and a statement explaining why you believe the citation should be dismissed.

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