Any LAWYERS in the House? NYC Parking Ticket - Not My Car

[Sagan]

I say f' it. You are obviously talking to a collection agency of sorts. Do you see anywhere, on any letter you received from them, the words, "This is an attempt to collect a debt?" I would try calling the court that it was issued under. Enough calls and you will eventually wind up with someone who is willing to help. I can't believe that even in New York, everyone is an ahole.

 

[jeepinshep]

I say f' it. You are obviously talking to a collection agency of sorts. Do you see anywhere, on any letter you received from them, the words, "This is an attempt to collect a debt?" I would try calling the court that it was issued under. Enough calls and you will eventually wind up with someone who is willing to help. I can't believe that even in New York, everyone is an ahole.

No. But, it is on letterhead that says "New York City Department of Finance; Collections Division".

So I guess it technically is a collection agency...just one that collects debts for the city of New York.

I just found a link on NYC's website that tells how to file an appeal. I'm gonna print out the form, fill it out, and resubmit all the paperwork.

Freaking commie bastards.

 

[klarktx]

O_O

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Sorry for the situation jeep, I hope it gets sorted out. Keep us posted.

Chris, Is your car the one with flames? I SOOOO would have bought that, gave you the tags and NEVER drove and illegally parked in NY. But I am just that kind of guy I suppose.

 

[Cruisers460]

Maybe they will use the money to fill one of those pot holes up there! Might save my cars front end for me next trip up! In the meantime I'll just say thanks in advance!

 

[mugsy]

Jeep,

Try looking at the website for the NYC Public Advocate's Offcie:

http://publicadvocategotbaum.com/services/how_we_help.html

Here is a short clip - read their whole main page:

1. How can the Office of the Public Advocate help me?
The Office of the Public Advocate has an Ombudsman Services Unit, which assists constituents who have complaints, problems, or inquiries involving government-related services at the City, State, and Federal levels. The unit provides information and referrals and works closely with City agencies to find solutions to problems.

Constituents call the Ombudsman Services Unit at (212) 669-7250 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (212) 669-7250 end_of_the_skype_highlighting or the Public Advocate's volunteer-run Senior Action Line at (212) 669-7670 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (212) 669-7670 end_of_the_skype_highlighting /7673.

Constituents can also fill out a complaint form or e-mail us at ombudsman@pubadvocate.nyc.gov.

You will be asked to explain your problem and told that you will receive a response in seven business days. The case is then assigned to an ombudsman who specializes in the area of your concern.

and here is an example they posted of how they help:

Legal Parker

How the Public Advocate’s Office was able to help

Thank you for writing and providing us with the photos showing that you were not parked illegally. My office forwarded your information to the Department of Finance and asked them to remedy the situation. We heard back from a Deputy Director at the DOF who informed us that all three summonses had been dismissed and that DOF records had been adjusted accordingly. However, you should know that in the future it is your responsibility to respond to any and all summonses within 30 days. If you feel you have been wrongly ticketed, you must return the summons and plead not guilty. Remember, it is important to read the back of any parking summons you receive. It is also your right to appear in person at a local adjudication center if you would prefer to see the administrative law judge or make a payment in person.

Good Luck,

Mugsy

 

[Shovelhead]

Mugsy....Really. he must report to Guido? Bad a Boom Bad a Bing.....

 

[mugsy]

Did I mention that the Public Advocate's Office services are free? It is an option available - and you don't have to report to Guido - it might be Vito, or Frankie, or...Mugsy

 

[Robo Cop]

LOL

 

[womsterr]

I'd probably go to jail before letting the City of NY criminally extort money from me. Not a good decision but this would make me insane.

http://www.nyc.gov/html/dof/html/parking/park_tickets_dispute.shtml

 

[inkdaddy]

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