Write a letter of dispute
You can write to us about an infringement notice to:
- dispute what happened
- ask for an extension of time to pay
- ask for a hearing about the alleged offence.
Sign all documents you send to us.
If someone else writes for you, send us a written authorisation for that person to write on your behalf.
Send your letter to:
Animal Administration
Auckland Council
Private Bag 92300
Auckland 1142
Ask for a dispute hearing
If you want to go to a hearing you can:
- deny the offence and ask for a defended hearing - the district court will consider your objection
- admit the offence and ask for the fine to be reduced - the court will decide whether to reduce the fine based on documents you and we provide.
You will need to pay $30 to the court to cover costs of the hearing.