Appeal Application

Virginia State University

"Right of Appeal"

Parking Appeals

Anyone with a valid reason may appeal a parking ticket within five (5) business days of the alleged violation by coming to the Campus Safety office with the original ticket.
NOTE: Appeals will not be accepted unless the original ticket is available. Generally, the following have NOT been recognized as valid reasons for voiding citations:

• Ignorance of the regulations
• Late arrival for classes, appointments, etc.
• Inability to find a convenient legal parking space
• Inclement weather
• Returning to campus late at night

Appeal Procedure

• Appeals must be filed in writing with Campus Safety within five (5) working days of receipt of ticket. (Receipt is defined as the day following the issuance of the ticket.)
• Reviews will be considered on the basis of the written record only.
• The Parking Committee may uphold or withdraw the original ticket.
• The Parking Committee shall review the ticket after submission of the Appeals Form.
• The Parking Committee may, at its discretion, seek clarification from all parties involved in the matter under review.
• Findings of the Parking Committee are final.