You can pay an automated traffic citation online at TrafficSafetyCitations.com using the citation/violation number and PIN from your notice.
Step‑by‑Step Online Payment
- Go to the official payment page: **https://www.trafficsafetycitations.com/pages/login**.
- Enter:
- Citation/Violation Number (exactly as printed, including any letters or dashes).
- PIN from your citation notice.
- Click View Citation/Violation to see your details, photos, and fine amount.
- Select Pay and complete payment with:
A convenience/transaction fee is usually added (often a flat amount around $4 or a percentage of the fine).
Phone and Mail Payment Options
If you prefer not to pay online or your PIN has expired:
- Pay by phone: Call 1‑833‑965‑3001, Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Eastern Time, to pay with a card over the phone for citations handled by TrafficSafetyCitations (Jenoptik).
- Pay by mail:
Always follow the instructions on your particular notice, as different agencies can use slightly different addresses and rules.
PIN Expiration and Late Payments
For some programs (e.g., Prince George’s County, MD):
- The PIN on the original citation becomes invalid 15 days after the due date.
- After that:
- You must either wait for a second notice with a new PIN, or
- Call 1‑833‑965‑3001 to pay by phone if you’re more than 15 days past due.
Ignoring a citation can lead to late fees and registration holds; always check your notice for deadlines.
Quick FAQs
1. What do I need to pay online?
Your Citation/Violation Number and PIN from the mailed notice.
2. What cards are accepted?
Generally Visa, Mastercard, and Discover, with a small convenience fee.
3. What if my PIN doesn’t work?
You may be past the PIN’s validity window (often 15 days after the due date). Wait for the second notice with a new PIN or call 1‑833‑965‑3001 to pay by phone.
4. How do I confirm payment?
After paying online, you’ll see an on‑screen confirmation and may get an email receipt; save these as proof of payment.
