How to Fight Parking Tickets in the City of Brookline

Winter in New England is tough enough without the added stress of parking tickets. If you live in or visit the City of Brookline, you know that when the snow starts falling, the parking rules change fast. An Emergency Snow Parking Ban is issued to ensure that city plows can clear the streets effectively. Unfortunately, if you miss the alert or can't move your car in time, you end up with a $50 ticket on your windshield.

These tickets are issued because a vehicle obstructing the roadway during a storm is a safety hazard. It prevents emergency vehicles from passing and stops plows from doing their job. In Brookline, a snow emergency usually means a complete ban on on-street parking. The city expects you to find off-street parking or utilize designated municipal lots until the ban is lifted. While the base fine is $50.00, ignoring the ticket makes it much more expensive. If you wait longer than 21 days to resolve it, a $10.00 late fee is added. If the ticket remains unpaid after 42 days, the penalty jumps by another $40.00, and the matter is referred to the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV), which can put a hold on your registration renewal.

However, getting a ticket doesn't always mean you are out of options. There are valid reasons to dispute an Emergency Snow Parking Ban citation. Timing is everything with these violations. If you can prove that you parked before the ban was declared and were unable to move the vehicle reasonably, or if the ban had already been lifted when the ticket was issued, you may have grounds for a dismissal. Additionally, if your vehicle was disabled due to a mechanical breakdown that prevented you from moving it, providing a tow receipt or repair bill can strengthen your case. Ambiguous signage or a lack of proper notification regarding the emergency declaration can also be valid angles for an appeal.

Dealing with municipal fines can be a hassle, involving confusing websites or mailing checks. The Busted web app simplifies this entire process. Whether you want to pay the fine quickly to avoid those escalating late fees or you want to fight the ticket, Busted helps you handle it online. If you choose to dispute, we can help you formulate your argument and manage the paperwork.

Using Busted is straightforward. You don't need to download anything; simply access our web app through your browser. We help you navigate the City of Brookline's system so you can get back to enjoying the winter season—or at least staying warm inside. Resolve your ticket today before the penalties stack up.