APS penalties are issued for both parking and red-light camera offences. These penalties are issued under the Administrative Penalty model and are handled within the municipality, as opposed to being addressed in the congested provincial court system.
Administrative Penalty System
Integration
Effective November 8, 2023, the Town has moved to the Administrative Penalty System (APS). Replacing the previous court system process, APS allows the Town to conduct their own administrative and adjudication process for Penalties.
If you are looking to Pay or Dispute a penalty, please select the applicable notice/order that matches the one you were issued.
Appeal Steps and Processes
The APS process is simpler and faster than many people expect. The main steps include issuance, screening review, and hearing review. Unlike the previous POA system, APS offers quicker and more user-friendly response times.
Screenings under APS are conducted either virtually or by phone. Please ensure that if you are requesting a Screening or Hearing review, please provide any supporting documents or information related to undue hardship.
Please note that a No-Show fee applies to missed Screening and Hearing appointments. If accommodations are needed for an appointment please contact the Town prior to the scheduled meeting time.
Additional details are available in the Town’s APS Flowchart.
APS Penalty Flowchart
View our different APS flowcharts to learn about the overall process for paying or disputing your matter.
What is APS?
APS is an enhanced system which allows the Town to administer and deal with penalties in a timely manner by assigning internal Screening and Hearing Officers to assist notice holders in a fair and efficient dispute resolution process, as compared to the traditional provincial court system.
Benefits of APS?
Under the previous system, tickets were disputed in the Ontario Court of Justice and municipalities had limited flexible alternatives they could provide to settle disputes.
APS moves disputes out of the court system and provides municipalities the discretion to resolve tickets during an internal Screening Review. If a notice holder disagrees with the decision of the Screening Officer, they can request a Hearing Review before a Hearing Officer.
The new system is more efficient, more user friendly, and less intimidating, while maintaining the fundamental principles of justice and due process. Under this new process, most ticket escalations can be resolved within 90 days—much faster than the previous court-based system.
APS FAQ
How can an APS Penalty be issued?
Am I able to dispute a penalty under the APS?
Yes, you are able to dispute a penalty that is issued under the Administrative Penalty System. Disputes often need to be initiated within 30 days of the date of issuance, and start with an initial review with a Screening Officer. If you disagree with the Screening Officer's decision, you can request a final appeal with a Hearing Officer.
How much time do I have to dispute a penalty?
Most disputes must be initiated within 30 days from the date of issuance. If a dispute or payment is not registered within this timeframe, these fine may be subject to alternate forms of collection. Appeals can only be honored only when extenuating circumstances play a role in the reason for a lack of dispute.
What will happen if I ignore the penalty?
Ignoring penalties that have been issued may result in compounding penalties, vehicle plate denial through Service Ontario, or potential collections actions.
Acceptable undue hardship documents
Acceptable documentation:
Current penalties issued under the APS:
- Parking Offences
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