Parking Ticket Appeal Deadlines: A Complete List by City

Missing the deadline is the most common reason appeals are rejected. Here's a comprehensive guide to appeal deadlines across major US cities.

## Why Deadlines Matter

Cities strictly enforce appeal deadlines because evidence degrades over time, administrative efficiency requires timely processing, and legal precedents require consistent deadlines. Once missed, your options become very limited.

## California Cities

### San Francisco - Deadline: 21 days from ticket date - Agency: SFMTA

### Los Angeles - Deadline: 21 days from ticket date - Agency: LADOT

### San Diego - Deadline: 21 days from ticket date - Agency: San Diego Police

### Oakland - Deadline: 21 days from ticket date - Agency: Oakland Police Department

## New York - Deadline: 30 days from ticket date - Agency: NYC Department of Finance

## Illinois - Chicago: 20 days from ticket date

## Washington - Seattle: 20 days from ticket date

## Colorado - Denver: 20 days from ticket date

## Oregon - Portland: 10 days from ticket date (shortest deadline!)

## Arizona - Phoenix: 15 days from ticket date

## Key Takeaways

1. Don't wait - Start your appeal as soon as possible 2. Mark your calendar - The deadline is always measured from the ticket date 3. Submit early - Postal delays can cause missed deadlines 4. Use certified mail - Proof of mailing is essential