Administrative Hearing Contest

Legal basis

Chicago Municipal Code; Illinois Vehicle Code

Sample appeal wording

I am requesting an administrative hearing to contest Ticket #[TICKET#] issued on [DATE] at [LOCATION]. Grounds for contest: [STATE GROUNDS] I request a [in-person / written / remote] hearing. Contact information: Name: [NAME] Address: [ADDRESS] Phone: [PHONE] Email: [EMAIL]

Replace [PARKING DATE], [NtK DATE] etc. with your own dates before sending.

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Scan your PCN — our AI checks if this ground applies to your specific ticket, drafts a properly-cited appeal letter, and submits it to the council on your behalf. Only pay if you win.

Sources

• Chicago Finance Department
• Chicago Municipal Code

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