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- calendar_today October 25, 2026
Denver Introduces Parking Amnesty Program
The City of Denver has launched a parking amnesty program for individuals with outstanding parking tickets. Those with tickets that are more than 120 days past due now have the opportunity to pay just half of the original fee—but only until October 31.
Eligibility Criteria for Reduced Payment
To qualify for the parking ticket discount, the citation must have been issued prior to May 10, 2026. Tickets that meet this requirement will be eligible for a 50% reduction in the penalty owed. This initiative is specifically designed for older tickets that have accrued late fees, providing much-needed relief to residents who still have unresolved parking fines.
How to Pay Your Reduced Parking Fine
No special action is required to access the amnesty program. Residents can visit the city’s website and proceed by clicking on “Pay a Parking Ticket.” Using the citation number, vehicle identification number (VIN), or license plate number, individuals can search for their ticket. If eligible, the system will automatically apply the parking penalty reduction and cut the fee by half.
Background: Online Parking Portal and Dispute Process
This parking ticket payment program follows the reinstatement of Denver’s online system for disputing parking tickets, which became available again on September 14. The portal had been previously shut down due to budget cuts that led to layoffs of the magistrates who oversaw ticket disputes. During the shutdown, the number of in-person parking hearings increased, causing inconvenience for many residents.
Important Deadlines and Recommendations
The amnesty program is a time-limited opportunity, concluding at midnight on October 31. Residents with Denver parking tickets that are four months or more overdue should act quickly to take advantage of this significant savings. Unpaid late parking fees that qualify for the discount will no longer be eligible after the program ends.
How to Take Action
- Check if your citation was issued before May 10, 2026.
- Visit the City of Denver parking portal and enter your ticket details.
- If eligible, the system will display your parking ticket discount automatically.
- Complete the payment before October 31 to benefit from the reduced rate.
For more information, visit the Denver online parking portal and review their frequently asked questions about parking ticket disputes and payments.
Source: kdvr.com.
