Violation Code

A violation code is the numeric identifier printed on every NYC parking and camera ticket that specifies the exact regulation violated. Each code maps to a specific offense (e.g., Code 21 = No Parking (street cleaning), Code 40 = Expired Meter, Code 46 = Double Parking) and determines the base fine amount.

NYC DOF maintains over 100 active violation codes, each with its own fine schedule. Some codes carry the same base fine but different escalation rules. Understanding the code on a ticket is essential for determining whether a violation is worth contesting — certain codes have higher dismissal rates than others at hearings.

For fleet operators, violation code analysis reveals operational patterns. If 60% of your fleet's tickets are Code 46 (double parking), that's a loading zone problem, not a parking problem. Different codes require different solutions. Clear Plates categorizes your violations by code and provides insights into which violation types are driving the most cost across your fleet.