I received a Strathcona County bylaw ticket. Now what?

Bylaw violation tag

If you have a bylaw violation tag that looks similar to this:

You have 30 days to pay the fine. Payment can be made electronically by scanning the QR code or made in person at:

• Strathcona County Enforcement Services
  911 Bison Way, Sherwood Park, AB T8H 1S9

The ticket number and surname or fine total is required for each payment. An 8.45 per cent convenience and processing fee will be applied by the vendor at the time of transaction. Percentage-based fees offer a more affordable option for smaller fines such as parking tickets instead of a flat service fee, which can add a significant extra cost. The online payment system is a safe, secure way to pay your fine from anywhere at any time.

Bylaw Provincial Violation Ticket

If you have a Bylaw Provincial Violation Ticket that looks like this:

Please read the following.

When you’ve been issued a violation ticket for a bylaw infraction, it’s your decision to plead guilty or not guilty to the offence. The options on how to respond are on the face of the ticket. Tickets for bylaw infractions are issued by Enforcement Services Peace Officers. Bylaw tickets do not include traffic tickets.

Regardless of your plea, you must respond to your ticket on or before the appearance date noted on the front. If you don’t, you may be convicted in your absence or a warrant for your arrest may be issued.

I can't decide what to do

Ask for guidance.

You need to answer to your ticket on time. If you are still unsure what to do, or you need more information before you decide, contact:

Edmonton Community Legal Centre, call 780-702-1725
Student Legal Services, call 780-492-2226
Strathcona County Bylaw Prosecutor: bylawprosecutions@strathcona.ca