How to Contest a Parking Ticket in Fort Worth
Fort Worth parking citations are contested before a hearing officer at the Fort Worth Municipal Court. The registered owner or the driver can contest within 21 calendar days of the citation date, whether online, by mail or in person. If a citation is not contested or paid on time, a delinquent fee of 25 or 50 dollars is added, depending on the violation.
You can contest in person at the Fort Worth Municipal Court, 1000 Throckmorton Street, through the court's online system, or by mail to the Parking Violations Bureau. Mailed envelopes must be postmarked within 21 days of the citation date. Contesting online or by mail waives an in-person hearing, and all statements and evidence must be included at once.
Online and mailed hearings are official, and their results are binding. If the hearing officer finds you liable, you can appeal to the Fort Worth Municipal Court within 30 days after the order is filed. The appeal requires a cash bond in the amount of the fine, paid by check, money order or cashier's check if you mail it. Do not mail cash.
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Fort Worth: common questions
How long do I have to contest a Fort Worth parking ticket?
You have 21 calendar days from the date of the citation. That applies to online, mailed and in-person contests. A mailed contest must be postmarked no later than the 21st day. After that, a delinquent fee of 25 or 50 dollars may be added.
Where do I mail a Fort Worth parking ticket contest?
Send the citation, your written statement and your evidence to Fort Worth Municipal Court, Attention: Parking Violations Bureau, 1000 Throckmorton St., Fort Worth, TX 76102. Contesting by mail means you give up the in-person hearing before a hearing officer.
Can I add evidence after I submit my contest?
No. For online and mailed contests, all written statements and evidence are due when you submit, and there is no later chance to add more. Gather photos, parking app receipts, permits and other documents before you file.
How do I appeal a Fort Worth hearing officer's decision?
File an appeal with the Fort Worth Municipal Court no later than 30 days after the hearing officer's order is filed. You will need a cash bond equal to the set fine. You can file in person at 1000 Throckmorton St. or mail a letter with a check or money order.
Compare nearby cities
| City | Agency | Deadline | Online |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Worth | Fort Worth Municipal Court, Attention: Parking Violations Bureau | 21 days | Yes |
| Austin | Austin Municipal Court | See ticket | Yes |
| Dallas | City of Dallas Parking Adjudication Office | See ticket | Yes |
| Houston | City of Houston Municipal Courts, Parking Adjudication Office | 30 days | Yes |
| San Antonio | San Antonio Municipal Court, Attn: Parking Hearings | See ticket | — |
| Boston | City of Boston Office of the Parking Clerk | 21 days | Yes |
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