Administrative Review/Dismissal of Parking Tickets Allegedly Issued in Error
The Court Clerk’s Office is offering a process for reviewing parking tickets without requiring a court appearance, provided the following criteria are met:
Grounds for Review
- Typographical Errors: Errors made electronically or through a kiosk.
- Proof of Payment: Documentation showing payment for the relevant time period and zone.
- Inspection Sticker Issues: Problems arising from windshield replacements affecting inspection stickers.
- Parking Permit Pass: Evidence of valid parking permits.
- Wrong Zone Payment: Evidence of payment for the correct times, even if in the wrong zone.
- Handicap Parking: Proof of eligibility for handicap parking.
Submission Process
To contest a ticket, individuals must submit the ticket along with appropriate proof to the Court Clerk’s Office. Include your name, phone number, and address for submission purposes.
Review Procedure
- Staff from the Court Clerk’s Office and the Village Clerk’s Office will assess whether the ticket qualifies for administrative review.
- Tickets accepted for review are not automatically dismissed. The individual will be notified by phone regarding the Court’s decision or if further action is required.
Important Notes
- Electronic records will be maintained for tickets reviewed, and all physical documents submitted will be returned to the Village Clerk’s Office.
- Tickets not qualifying for administrative review can still be contested during regularly scheduled court sessions. Check with the Court Clerk’s Office for upcoming court dates.
Late Payment Notices
You may ignore late payment warning letters from the Parking Authority while your case is under administrative review. If your ticket is not dismissed, you can choose to either pay the fine without a late fee or maintain your not guilty plea and attend an in-person court session.
Disputing Other Tickets
For tickets that do not meet the criteria for administrative review, you can appear in court on scheduled Thursday mornings at 9:30 AM for an Informal Hearing. Bring all relevant documentation, and check the court schedule for any changes or cancellations.
Timeliness is Key
It is important to resolve tickets promptly to avoid consequences such as vehicle booting, towing, impounding, or credit issues. Delinquent tickets may incur additional costs that cannot be waived.
Contact Information
For questions or concerns, please reach out to Ryan A. Bates, Court Clerk, at (845) 358-4464.
Disputing All Other Parking Tickets
Motorists may appear at a “Walk-in” court session, scheduled roughly twice a month by the Justice Court. Be sure to call in advance at (845) 358-4464 to inquire about the next available session. All sessions will be held on Thursday mornings, starting at 9:30 AM, to engage in an Informal Hearing regarding the circumstances of the ticket in question. Please bring all related documentation with you. To ensure court is held on the day you wish to appear, we recommend checking the court schedules for any cancellations, hearings, trials, etc., that may affect the regular schedule.
You do not need to wait for the date on your Parking Ticket Citation to dispute or pay. You may pay the ticket after the first 24 hours of receiving it, and you can attend an Informal Hearing as soon as the next available court date.
Tickets that are delinquent may result in a vehicle being booted, towed, or impounded. Delinquent tickets may also lead to debt collections and credit issues. Please be prompt in resolving tickets, as some costs resulting from delinquencies cannot be waived.