Dispute a freedom camping fine

Write a letter of dispute

You can write to us about an infringement notice or fine 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:

Freedom Camping 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.