financial hardshipUnited States · Michigan (Statewide)Difficulty: Medium
Alternative Payment Notice Requirement
Following a civil rights settlement, Michigan must note on all tickets that alternatives exist for people who cannot afford fines. If this notice is missing, you may have grounds to challenge.
Legal basis
Equal Justice Under Law settlement; Sugar Law Center settlement
Sample appeal wording
I am contesting Citation #[TICKET#] and requesting alternatives as required by Michigan law. The ticket did not contain the required notice that alternatives exist for those who cannot afford fines. I am experiencing financial hardship and request [payment plan / community service / reduced fine / other alternative]. The state's failure to provide required notice has prejudiced my rights.
Replace [PARKING DATE], [NtK DATE] etc. with your own dates before sending.
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- Equal Justice Under Law settlement
- Sugar Law Center
- Michigan Department of State