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NIAGARA FALLS, ON- The City of Niagara Falls has expanded its Fines and Penalties Appeal process to include additional by-law violations. Parking tickets have already been handled this way for some time, and starting June 2, 2025, this same fast, local process is also available for other by-law offences.
The Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS) is a quick and easy way to handle by-law violations. Instead of going to court, the City reviews these offences directly. This speeds up the process, gives more flexibility to resolve issues, and improves customer service. It also helps keep minor cases out of the Provincial Offences Court. With AMPS, fines are handled locally, making things simpler for everyone.
Now, in addition to parking tickets, people can appeal fines directly for things like:
- Noise complaints
- Property standards
- Clean yards
- Animal control
- And more
People who receive a penalty notice can:
- Pay the fine, or
- Appeal the fine through a two-step process: a screening review and a hearing if needed.
This system saves time, offers more flexibility, and keeps minor cases out of the courts. To learn more, visit niagarafalls.ca.
For more information, contact:
Gerald Spencer
Senior Manager of Municipal Enforcement
City of Niagara Falls
[email protected]
