NYC Violation Code 67: Blocking Pedestrian Ramp
Parking violation · $165 base fine · 5-stage penalty escalation
Fine Breakdown
Base Fine
$165
Maximum (before judgment)
$265
Penalty Escalation Timeline
Base Fine
$165
At issue
+$10 Late Penalty
$175
After 30 days
+$30 Late Penalty
$205
After 60 days
+$60 Late Penalty
$265
After 75 days
Judgment Entered
$265
After 90 days
Quick Tip
Blocking a pedestrian ramp carries a higher fine due to ADA accessibility concerns. If the ramp was not marked with paint or signage, or your vehicle did not actually obstruct the ramp, photograph the area with measurements.
When this ticket gets issued
Code 67 is issued for blocking a pedestrian ramp — the sloped curb cuts that allow wheelchairs, strollers, and pedestrians with mobility devices to enter a crosswalk. NYC enforces ramp blocking strictly because ADA-regulated ramps must remain clear at all times. The summons carries a higher base fine than most parking violations at 165 dollars. It appears when drivers park too close to corners where ramps are built into the curb, or when delivery trucks stop immediately adjacent to a ramp for a quick drop. Even a partially blocked ramp can trigger the ticket.
How to fight code 67
Pedestrian ramp was not marked with paint or signs
Photograph the corner to show there was no painted yellow truncated-dome surface and no identifying marking indicating a ramp. For code 67, an unmarked or nearly invisible ramp — especially on older corners that predate current ADA standards — supports the signs-missing defense because drivers cannot avoid what they cannot identify.
Evidence to bring: photo_of_location, photo_of_sign
Ticket location does not match where vehicle was parked
Show that the truck was clearly past the ramp, not adjacent to it. Use curb-level photos with a tape measure or marked ground reference. For code 67, proving the vehicle was even a few feet from the ramp's edge — not touching or blocking the sloped surface — is usually enough to win dismissal.
Evidence to bring: photo_of_location, written_account
Vehicle was not at this location at the time
Pull GPS, dispatch, and dashcam records for the ticket minute. Code 67 tickets identify a specific corner; telematics placing the truck on a different block is a conclusive defense. Include the summons cross-street in your filing for direct comparison with your route record.
Evidence to bring: written_account
Wrong plate number on the ticket
Verify plate and state on the summons match your registration. Corner tickets are often written quickly by agents observing multiple nearby vehicles; plate typos happen. A clean plate photo paired with clean registration is a strong basis for dismissing code 67, particularly given the higher fine amount.
Evidence to bring: photo_of_plate, photo_of_registration
Ticket contains errors (wrong date, time, location, or vehicle description)
Check the cited corner for an actual pedestrian ramp and confirm the vehicle description matches. Tickets that cite a corner without a ramp, or that misidentify the truck, are defective on their face. Given the 165-dollar fine, it is worth scrutinizing every field on a code 67 summons.
Evidence to bring: written_account
Frequently Asked Questions
How far from a pedestrian ramp should a commercial vehicle park to avoid code 67?
Parking should leave the ramp fully accessible at its base and sides. There is no posted distance, but a full vehicle length past the corner is a safe practice. Drivers should visualize whether a wheelchair user could approach and use the ramp without maneuvering around the vehicle before stopping.
Why is code 67 more expensive than other blocking violations?
Pedestrian ramps carry ADA accessibility protection, and NYC sets a higher fine for obstructing them. The 165-dollar base reflects the civil rights dimension of the violation. It escalates significantly after 30 days, so treat code 67 as a priority for quick resolution or dispute.
Does a quick two-minute stop to run a package count as blocking under code 67?
Yes. Code 67 is stopping-based, not duration-based. Even a brief pause that obstructs the ramp is citable. Drivers should find legal curb space past the corner, double-park in a legal commercial loading zone, or reposition before running packages at corner addresses to avoid code 67 exposure.
What this means for commercial fleets
Code 67 is one of the more expensive commonplace tickets for urban delivery fleets. At 165 dollars base and approaching 250 dollars at judgment, a pattern of ramp-blocking hits represents meaningful exposure. Because ADA enforcement is prioritized, NYC agents pay close attention to corners. Dispatch should coach drivers to identify ramps on every corner stop and to leave at least one vehicle length of clearance. Photo documentation of the stop location makes future disputes substantially easier to win.
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Disclaimer: Clear Plates is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. The information on this page is general educational content about NYC violation code 67 and is not a substitute for advice from a licensed attorney. Defenses, evidence strategies, and hearing outcomes depend on facts specific to each ticket. For legal advice about a specific violation, consult a qualified attorney licensed in New York.