Pay or Dispute Speeding Tickets

Please bring copies of any documents that may assist as evidence, including: 

Screening Review Procedure 

The Screening Officer will review and consider any documents you submit before making a decision. During the Screening Review, the Screening Officer may: 

Please Note: If you fail to appear on the date and time of your Screening Review you will be charged a Non-Appearance Fee of $60.00. 

Screening Decision and Payment 

At the conclusion of the Screening Review, a Notice of Decision will be provided to the appellant. Penalty orders will be forwarded to MTO for licence plate denial if a screening review has not been submitted and the penalty amount has not been paid by the due date. A late payment fee of $20 will be added to penalty orders forwarded to the MTO.  

If you are not satisfied with the Notice of Decision, you may request a Hearing Review within the prescribed time period.   

Requests for a Hearing Review may be made through our online platform. If you plan on attending the Hearing Review but are not the registered owner of the vehicle, you must complete the Authorization to Act as Agent form in order to act on the owner’s behalf.  

 
The Town is not required to have the issuing Officer present at Hearing Reviews and may rely on certified evidence as set out in Ontario Regulations. No witnesses are permitted to participate in the Hearing Review.  

Please bring copies of any documents that may assist as evidence, including: 

Hearing Review Procedure 

Hearing Reviews are conducted virtually, either on the telephone or via virtual meeting. Requests for in-person Hearing Reviews will be accommodated on a case-by-case basis.  
 
For your scheduled Hearing Review, please review the important information below: 

The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury promotes a respectful work environment and has zero tolerance for aggressive, coarse, or inappropriate language during a hearing review.  A Hearing Officer reserves the right, in their sole discretion, to adjourn the hearing in the event an appellant’s behaviour becomes inappropriate. 

Be On Time 

Meetings may extend beyond the scheduled time. Appellants must attend their scheduled appointment on time and remain on the line until the hearing commences. If you experience technical issues, please communicate with the Hearing Officer for assistance. If you are unable to connect to Teams at the start of your meeting, please call the BWG ASE main line at 1-877-711-3169 as soon as possible. 

Come Prepared

In accordance with Ontario Regulations, a Hearing Officer may consider the following information:  

Show proof of your financial hardship by having documentation available such as an eligibility letter or approval, bank deposit records, or other records that can prove you are an active recipient of government assistance.  The Hearing Officer may ask you to show additional documentation.  Any reduction is at the discretion of the Hearing Officer. 

Technical Requirements

Please have your devices charged and ensure you are in a quiet area. Please note that we require at least three (3) days’ notice for cancellations and/or rescheduling of the appointment. 

Cancellation Policy

The cancellation or rescheduling of your hearing may be done in accordance with the below conditions: 

Hearing Outcome 

The Hearing Officer will issue a Notice of Decision shortly after the conclusion of the Hearing Review.  This decision includes the Hearing Officer’s reasons for confirming, varying or setting aside the Penalty Order.  The Hearing Officer’s decision is final and not subject to further appeal. 

Penalty orders will be forwarded to MTO for license plate denial if the penalty amount has not been paid by the due date. A late payment fee of $20 will be added to penalty orders forwarded to the MTO.