Whakahē i te whaina kurī Dispute a dog fine

Write a letter of dispute

You can write to us about an infringement notice to:

You need to make sure your dispute letter includes:

your name and address
the infringement number
daytime contact number
the reason why you think the infringement should be waived
what outcome you would like
supporting documents (such as a vet's microchipping certificate or travel documents).

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.

Attach your dispute letter to an email and send it to:

Send your letter to:

Animal Administration
Auckland Council
Private Bag 92300
Auckland 1142

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.