Got a parking ticket that you want to dispute? Do it fast. Fines double in 168 hours (7 days). It's important to communicate your complaint to the Cincinnati government in the correct way.

If you received a ticket for an expired meter, and you believe that the meter may not have been working correctly, then send a copy of your ticket with a letter of explanation to:

Got a parking ticket that you want to dispute? Do it fast. Fines double in 168 hours (7 days). It's important to communicate your complaint to the Cincinnati government in the correct way.

Parking Enforcement and Meter Repair Office
City Hall
801 Plum Street
Room 24
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

A hold will put on the ticket until the meter has been tested. If the meter is found to be working correctly, the ticket will be sent back to you for payment within 7 days.

To apply for a hearing in person, stop by between 8 a.m. and 3:30 a.m., Monday through Friday at:

Hamilton County Municipal Court Clerk's Office
314 East 9th Street (Enter on 9th Street Entrance)
Room 115
Hamilton County Justice Center
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202-2207

To schedule a hearing in writing, send a copy of the ticket and a letter to:

Clerk of Municipal Court
Hamilton County Municipal Court Clerk's Office
314 East 9th Street
Room 115
Hamilton County Justice Center
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202-2207

If you believe that you received the ticket in error or if there is information that is not correct, call the Parking Enforcement and Meter Repair Office at 513-352-4526. Your complaint will be reviewed, and you will be advised.