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Improper Service by Mail

If a ticket or notice was sent to an incorrect address or not received due to postal error, service may be defective and additional time or dismissal may be warranted.

Legal basis

Due process; Service requirements

Sample appeal wording

I am contesting Citation #[TICKET#] and requesting relief due to improper service. The notice was sent to [INCORRECT ADDRESS] but my correct address is [CORRECT ADDRESS] as shown in my attached vehicle registration/DMV records. I did not receive proper notice of this citation, which deprived me of the opportunity to timely respond. I am now contesting this citation promptly upon discovering it. I respectfully request dismissal or extension of time.

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

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Sources

  • Due process
  • NJSA 39:4-139.4

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