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Appeal to the Prefetto or to the Giudice di Pace?
There are two roads to challenge a ZTL fine. Here is why we recommend one of them.
Two roads to challenge a fine
Against a ZTL fine that you think is not due there are two roads: the appeal to the Prefetto and the appeal to the Giudice di Pace.
Why we recommend the Prefetto
The appeal to the Prefetto is free, provided you file it within 60 days of receiving the fine. It is sent by certified email (PEC) or registered letter to the addresses written on the notice, and often the garage where the problem happened prepares the text, which you then sign. See how to appeal to the Prefetto, and pay or appeal? if you are unsure.
The Giudice di Pace
The appeal to the Giudice di Pace, instead, is not free, and for this reason we do not recommend it.
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Questions from international drivers
What are the two ways to challenge a ZTL fine?
The appeal to the Prefetto and the appeal to the Giudice di Pace.
Why do you recommend the Prefetto?
Because it is free, provided you file it within 60 days of receiving the fine. It is sent by PEC or registered letter to the addresses on the notice.
Is the appeal to the Giudice di Pace free?
No, and for this reason we do not recommend it.