Parking Infraction Review
You can challenge your penalty notice if you believe we have made an error. The registered owner of the vehicle that is in receipt of the penalty notice may request a review by the Screening Officer. Failure to complete the form in its entirety will result in the Administrative Penalty being affirmed.
Frequently asked questions
Does it cost anything to request a screening? |
There is no fee to have your penalty notice reviewed. |
Can l authorize someone else to act on my behalf? |
Anyone can make payment on your behalf if they have your penalty notice and license plate number. The registered owner of the vehicle or the person named in the penalty notice can provide written authorization for a representative to attend a screening review on their behalf. |
Do I have to attend a screening review in person? |
You may request a written decision, which does not require your attendance. Please note that screening reviews may also be conducted remotely (telephone or electronic meeting). |
What happens if I do nothing and ignore the penalty notice? |
Failure to pay a penalty notice will result in additional administrative fees from the Township. Unpaid penalties will cause the Ontario Registrar of Motor Vehicles to deny the renewal of existing, or the issuance of new vehicle license plates. |
What happens if I miss the deadline to schedule a screening? |
The decision to grant an extension is at the discretion of the Screening Officer and considered on an individual basis. |
What happens if I am still not satisfied with the results of a screening? |
If the matter is still in dispute following a review by the Screening Officer, you may request a review by a Hearing Officer, within fifteen days of receipt of the Screening Officer's decision. It is Important to note that you may only challenge the Screening Officer's decision and only the information and evidence submitted at the screening will be considered at a hearing review. This Hearing review process can only be initiated by the receiver of a penalty notice. Download the Request for Hearing form Request a Hearing Due to the limited available hearing request time slots and the requirement to address Hearings in a timely fashion, Hearing requests are to be heard at the next available date after submission of the Request for Hearing Form. If a Scheduled Hearing is cancelled or withdrawn, it is possible your hearing date may be moved to the next available date. |
What happens if I do not attend a scheduled screening or hearing review? |
The penalty notice amount will be affirmed and the registered owner of the vehicle or the person named in the penalty notice will be assessed a failure to appear fee of $50 for a missed screening and $100 for a missed hearing. |