Blocking a driveway ticket in Philadelphia — code 12-913-bd
There is not yet enough outcome data to publish a dismissal rate for blocking a driveway tickets in Philadelphia — the TossMyTicket Outcomes Index publishes rates only from real hearing records, never estimates.
The basics
Fine
$76
Deadline to contest
15 days from issuance, then 10 days from the mailed notice
Legal citation
Phila. Code Title 12
Decided by
Bureau of Administrative Adjudication (BAA), 48 N. 8th Street
Defenses that actually work
Vehicle sold or not yoursstrong
If you had sold or transferred the vehicle before the ticket was issued, or the plate was no longer yours, liability does not follow you — bring the transfer paperwork.
Evidence: Bill of sale or transfer paperwork; PennDOT records.
Factual error on the ticket
A ticket that misstates the plate, vehicle make, location, or violation section is contestable — the ticket must accurately identify the vehicle and the violation. Compare every field against your registration and the scene.
Evidence: The ticket itself; Vehicle registration; Photos of the vehicle and location.
Common questions
How long do I have to fight a blocking a driveway ticket in Philadelphia?
You have 15 days from the date the ticket is issued to contest a blocking a driveway ticket in Philadelphia, with a second window of 10 days after the mailed notice. Missing the window triggers late penalties.
Can I dispute a Philadelphia ticket online?
Yes. Philadelphia accepts disputes online, by mail, by written statement. The decision is made by Bureau of Administrative Adjudication (BAA), 48 N. 8th Street.
What happens if I ignore a blocking a driveway ticket in Philadelphia?
+$30 then +$35; boot at 3+ unpaid ($150 boot, $175 tow, $25/day storage)
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