Guidelines for Protesting a Summons

Parking Commission-Issued Summons:

Protests must be in writing 

• Protest forms are available at the Tax office or online
• Protests must be received within 48 hours of summons issue
• Protests are only valid to prove a violation did not occur
• Protests may be: Mailed to the Tax office , Faxed to 860-823-3812, or Submitted online.

Decision-Making Procedure 

• Interview / statement from issuing officer
• Evidence examined and a decision reached
• Evidence includes photos of the violation, statements of witnesses / complainants
• Response includes copies of photos and statutes cited if violation is upheld
• Notification of the decision sent to name and address provided on protest form

If the violation is upheld, there is a payment date specified in the letter. If the payment is received after this date, the original fine doubles. Any questions should be addressed to the Tax Office.

Appeal:

• Appeal heard by the Hearing Officer of the City of Norwich
• Hearing within 30 days of decision by Parking Commission.
• The Decision of the Hearing Officer is final and can be appealed only to the Superior Court.

Police Department-Issued Summons: 

• Protests must be made within 48 hours of issue.
• Protest must be filed with issuing officer.
• Decision to waive / uphold the summons is the responsibility of the Police Officer.

Please Note: The Parking Commission has no jurisdiction over summons issued by police officers.