Contest a Parking Citation: Step 1

Initial Administrative Review

You must request an initial administrative review within 21 calendar days of receiving the citation or within 14 calendar days of receiving the Reminder Notice of Delinquent Parking Citation. You can do this:

In-person 

At the Neighborhood Services office located at 38250 Sierra Highway. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

By phone

Call 1-866-420-2894, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. excluding weekends and holidays.

Online

You can request your initial administrative review by filling out the Request for Administrative Review (PDF) form.

Mail

City of Palmdale
c/o Parking Citation Service Center
P.O. Box 11923
Santa Ana, CA 92711

What happens during the Initial Administrative Review?

The City reviews your request based on Palmdale Municipal Codes, California Vehicle Codes, and Los Angeles County Codes, and will make one of these determinations:

  • If your citation is upheld, you will receive written notification that the citation must be paid. Please ensure that we have your correct mailing address.
    • City of Palmdale
      c/o Parking Citation Service Center
      P.O. Box 11923
      Santa Ana, CA 92711
  • If your citation is dismissed, you will receive written notification that the citation has been dismissed. You do not need to take any further action.