The Administrative Monetary Penalties (AMP) system is a modern approach to enforcing minor by-law infractions in a fair, effective, and efficient way.
Instead of sending every dispute to court, AMPS allows municipalities to handle cases locally through Screening and Hearings Officers. This reduces court congestion and provides residents with a more accessible, streamlined process.
Through the AMPS portal, you can:
- Pay a penalty
- Request an extension
- Ask for a screening or hearing
- Track the status of a penalty notice
How to Dispute a Penalty Notice
Residents who receive a Penalty Notice have two options:
- Pay the penalty
- Request a review
- First, with a Screening Officer
- If not satisfied, escalate to an external Hearing Officer (final decision, no further appeal)
Any unpaid penalties and fees may be added to your property tax roll and collected with municipal taxes. Parking Penalties left unpaid can result in your plates being submitted to the Defaulted Fines Control Center to have your Ontario vehicle permit denied.
For more information, view the AMPS By-law