Dispute ticket
Charleston, SC · City of Charleston Department of Traffic & Transportation · roughly 30 days to dispute.
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Step 2 · Ticket details
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Step 3 · Review and submit
August 26, 2026 City of Charleston Department of Traffic & Transportation Charleston, SC Re: Request for dismissal of parking citation [citation number] To whom it may concern: I am writing to formally contest parking citation [citation number], issued on [date of citation] to the vehicle bearing license plate [license plate]. The meter for this space was paid and valid for the entire time my vehicle was parked. I have attached a timestamped photograph of the paid meter display taken at the space in question. I respectfully request that the issuing officer's notes and any available evidence be reviewed in full. I submit this request within the 30-day window Charleston allows for contesting a citation, and I ask that the citation be dismissed. Please confirm receipt of this request and advise if any additional documentation is required. Thank you for your time and review. Respectfully, [Your full name] [Address] [Phone / email]
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Open Charleston dispute portal(opens in a new tab)Stella's tip
Deadlines are brutal: Charleston gives you about 30 days. Send it early, keep a copy, and never admit fault.