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Court Fines – Frequently Asked Questions
Questions:
Why have I received a collection notice? |
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You currently owe a debt to the province. Further details are included in your notice, including the amount you owe and how to pay. Your debt may be the result of:
- a court fine
- other court order
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What should I do when I receive a notice? |
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Please pay the amount due by the due date indicated on the notice. There are several ways in which you can pay. Please see How to Pay for details. |
What should I do if I disagree with the debt? |
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If you disagree or do not understand it and would like more information, please call the number indicated on your notice or call 1-800-361-5050 |
If I can't pay right away, can I have more time? |
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We do consider alternative payment arrangements. First, we will need to determine your ability to pay.
Please contact us directly to discuss a payment arrangement by phoning the number provided on your notice/bill or phone 1-866-361-5050.
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What will happen if I don't pay my bill? |
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We may initiate the following actions:
- place a notice of Crown Debt on your property
- issue a demand on your wages, bank account or other accounts
- set off funds owed to you by the provincial or federal government
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I have filed for Bankruptcy; do I still need to pay Court fines? |
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Yes. Court fines are exempt from Bankruptcy proceedings and you are required to pay them. |
A judge gave me more time to pay, and yet I'm still being asked to pay immediately. What can I do? |
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Our records may not have been updated, or were updated after you received your notice. Please contact the court house to confirm the extension and defer your payment. |
I cannot pay and wish to serve time in jail instead. What do I have to do? |
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Please contact your Parole Officer and they will assist you with the court process to serve time in lieu of the fine. |
I served time instead of paying my court fine. What should I do if I feel I am now being asked to pay again? |
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Please contact the court house where you were charged to discuss your case. |
Why are you taking my income tax refund or GST credit? |
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If you owe a debt to the Province of British Columbia, we can offset monies owing to you from the Canada Revenue Agency. |
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Please call the phone number provided on the letters and notices you receive, or you can call 1-866-361-5050. |
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