The Fall River Traffic Department announced a December ticket amnesty that will waive city-imposed late fees on eligible 2025 parking tickets if residents pay the balance in person by Dec. 30. "Tis the season of giving," an announcer said while rolling out the program.

Under the amnesty, residents who pay off unpaid parking tickets during December will not be charged city late fees, but the department cautioned that the original violation amount and any registry fee will still apply for unpaid tickets issued more than 60 days ago and flagged by the RMV. Only tickets issued in 2025 are eligible for the program.

Payments must be made in person at the Traffic Department, Room 234 of the Government Center, using cash, money order, or a debit or credit card. The announcement specified that online payments and personal checks will not be accepted.

"Having unpaid parking tickets will prevent driver's license and vehicle registration renewals," said Stephanie McArthur, director of traffic and parking, underscoring the practical consequences for motorists who leave tickets unpaid. The department closed its announcement by urging residents to "take advantage of this limited time offer," noting the program ends on December 30.

The announcement does not specify whether state RMV procedures or additional state fees apply beyond the registry fee mentioned, nor does it give guidance on how to confirm whether a ticket has been flagged by the RMV. Residents seeking those clarifications must contact the Traffic Department directly.