If you have received an Infringement Notice and you believe there is a legitimate reason for you not to pay the fine, you have a number of options.
You may:
* Request for the fine to be withdrawn - please contact Council in writing using an Application for an Internal Review form, explaining your reasoning for why the fine should be withdrawn. This reasoning must be serious and truthful;
* Have the case heard by a court - please inform Council straight away if you decide to have the fine disputed before a magistrate. You will be required to attend court for a hearing at a specific time, date and place. If you are successful the fine will be dropped. If you are unsuccessful you will be required to pay the fine, along with additional Court and Council costs;
* Contact Council is you believe you were not responsible for the vehicle at the time of the infringement - an Owner Statement is available from Council on 5755 0555. Complete this form and return it to Council within 28 days of the infringement taking place.
For hard copies of the Owner Statement and Application for an Internal Review visit Council's Bright Offices, corner Churchill Avenue and Hawthorn Lane, Bright.