File an appeal against a traffic ticket (administrative offense)
An appeal against a notice of a fine for an administrative offense (e.g., speeding, noise pollution) filed with the issuing authority.
How to proceed
- 1
File an objection within the deadline
Within 2 weeks of delivery to the fine-issuing authority.
- 2
Request access to records
For the evaluation of measurement methods and potential errors.
- 3
Decision by the authority or referral to the district court
If the decision is upheld, the district court will rule on the matter.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
approx. 2 months
Official: max. approx. 3 months
Online application
In person or by post
Common mistakes
- • The deadline for filing an objection (2 weeks from the date of service) has passed
- • Did not request access to the files (e.g., measurement report, raw measurement data) to verify measurement errors
Common reasons for rejection
- • Violation clearly documented by measurements and photographic evidence
- • The two-week objection period has expired
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Individuals who have been issued a fine and do not accept it.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 months
Success rate
approx. 35.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •The deadline for filing an objection (2 weeks from the date of service) has passed
- •Did not request access to the files (e.g., measurement report, raw measurement data) to verify measurement errors
Common reasons for rejection
- •Violation clearly documented by measurements and photographic evidence
- •The two-week objection period has expired
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.