Dunkirk, NY · Chautauqua County
Parking Ticket Dispute Form
This form lets a person who received a Dunkirk parking ticket explain why the ticket should be excused and submit the dispute for review.
What this form is
A person disputing a parking ticket uses this form to provide the ticket and plate numbers, explain why the ticket should be excused, and give contact information. The form asks the recipient to attach the ticket, a copy, or a late notice and sign a verification under penalty of perjury. The filing does not excuse payment, late charges, or a court fine while the dispute is considered.
Who needs it
Anyone who objects to a Dunkirk parking ticket and wants the City Court Judge to review the dispute should complete and sign this form.
How to submit it
The guidelines say the completed, signed form should be dated upon receipt at the City Clerk’s Office and immediately given to the Police Department. The form provides no address or other contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the recipient signs a verification under penalty of perjury, and the issuing officer also signs a verification.
How to submit this form
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Download The Form
Download the Parking Ticket Dispute Form.
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Complete The Form
Enter the ticket and plate numbers, explain why the ticket should be excused, and provide your contact information.
- 3
Gather The Attachment
Attach the ticket, a copy of the ticket, or a copy of the late notice.
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Sign And Submit
Sign the verification and submit the form; the guidelines say it is dated at the City Clerk’s Office and immediately given to the Police Department.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Parking Ticket Dispute Form?
- No. The recipient signs a verification under penalty of perjury without a notary; the issuing officer also signs a verification.
- How do I submit the Parking Ticket Dispute Form?
- The guidelines say the completed, signed form is dated upon receipt at the City Clerk’s Office and immediately given to the Police Department. Attach the ticket, a copy, or a late notice.
- What should I include with my parking ticket dispute?
- Include the ticket, a copy of the ticket, or a copy of the late notice. The form also asks for the ticket and plate numbers, your reason for disputing it, and your contact information.
- Does filing the form stop parking ticket charges?
- No. The form states that filing does not excuse payment of the parking violation, late charge, or court fine. An appearance ticket may be issued, and bail may be required.
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