Driving Fines

• Determine the amount due by contacting the Traffic Division at 248-647-1141 ext.150.
• If the citation notes an accident, an additional $45 accident fee will apply to the violation.
• The fine schedule is subject to change without notice.
• The fine schedule applies to payments made prior to court appearance.
• To pay, visit Methods of Payment.

Contact the Court within 14 days to schedule a hearing. If you do not contact the Court within 14 days, the violation will be due within 14 days.

If violation is not paid within 14 days, a $45 late fee will be added.

Appear in court on the date and time indicated on the ticket.

May result in a Suspension of driving privileges, additional $45 fine and a bench warrant with additional costs.

If you admit responsibility, determine the amount you owe by checking the list of violations below. If your violation is not listed, call the Court at 248-686-5150.

Please note that payments made on weekends, holidays or after 4:00pm are posted on the next business day. The following fines do not include any late fees incurred if applicable.

After you determine the amount that you owe, do the following:

1. Sign the back of the citation
2. Pay the ticket: Methods of Payment
3. Retain proof of payment while driving for 90 days

If you admit responsibility, determine the amount due for the violation. To confirm the fines and costs due or if the offense amount is not on the citation, contact the Traffic Division at 248-647-1141 ext. 150.

Methods of Payments

Accident, Late Payment or Failure to Respond

• Accident: If the violation resulted in an accident, add $45 to the total fine.
• Late Payment: If the violation is not paid within 14 days, add $45 to the fine.
• Failure to Respond: Failure to respond to a citation may result in a suspension of driving privileges, $45 added to the fine and a possible bench warrant plus additional costs.

Fines are subject to change. It is important to pay the correct fines and fees to avoid a Failure to Respond action.