Request an Internal Review of your Fine
Request an Internal Review of your Fine
You may request an internal review of your fine if:
- you believe the fine was unfairly issued
- there is a valid reason for withdrawing the fine
- We encourage you seek information about internal review available on the Fines Victoria’s website at Request a review (fines.vic.gov.au) Disclaimer: Do not apply for review via this link. Request an Internal Review through contact points below.
Application Timing: Applications for internal review on registrable Fines can be lodged at any time before the Fine is registered with Fines Victoria. Please note that additional fees will be applicable if a request for review is lodged after the 28-day period.
One-Time Application Rule: Each person is allowed one internal review application per Fine. Each internal review application will be reviewed on its own merits.
How to Apply: To request an internal review, provide your full name, current postal address, and the reason for the review.
Contact for Internal Review: Email at ContactBoxHill@orikan.com or call (03) 9058 6640 (Phone hours 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday except Public Holidays).
Notification of Outcome: A decision will be communicated via a return letter mailed to you.
Process Duration: The review process can take up to 90 days, with efforts made for prompt responses.
You can request an Internal Review under one of the following grounds:
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Contrary to law: the fine was invalid or improperly issued to you
You can request a review under this ground if you believe that the enforcement agency's decision to fine you was inconsistent with the law. For example, the officer who issued the fine acted unlawfully, improperly or outside their authority or it does not comply with the legal requirements of an infringement notice.
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Exceptional circumstances: the offence occurred due to an extraordinary or unavoidable situation
Note: You should only select this ground if you can show that the offence occurred due to circumstances that were out of the ordinary, unavoidable or exceptional – such as a medical emergency or a vehicle breakdown.
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Mistake of identity: the fine was issued to the wrong person
You can request a review under this ground if you have been incorrectly identified as the person who committed an offence, and you have evidence to support your claim.
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Special circumstances: you have serious personal issues, conditions or difficulties
Note: These circumstances are very specific. You should only select this ground if you committed the offence and can show that at the time of your offence you:
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Person unaware: you did not know about the fine
Note: You can only request a review under this ground if all of the following apply:
- you found out about the fine within the last 14 days, and
- the fine was not personally given to you by an officer, and
- the fine was not for a traffic offence or tolling offence (Melbourne CityLink/Linkt or Eastlink); or
- the fine was not for an Environment Protection Agency waste or littering offence that occurred in or in relation to a vehicle.
- You can apply for a review of a parking fine if the fine was not issued by Victoria Police.
Further information on valid grounds for appeal can be found on this link to Fines Victoria
Parking Rules and Common Offences
- Requirement: Most spaces require both a valid BHI permit and a paid ticket or an active PayStay session.
- Common Violations:
- Fail to Pay Fee (Offence 702): Lack of a valid ticket or active PayStay session.
- Permit Zone Violation (Offence 728): Parking in a permit zone without a valid permit.
- Other violations include parking in designated areas for people with disabilities, no stopping/standing zones, or non-compliance with specific car park requirements.
Documentation and Compliance
- Box Hill Institute adheres to the Internal Review Guidelines set by Fines Victoria.
- Compliance with the Public Records Act 1973 is maintained for record-keeping of all correspondence and decisions.
If you intend to appeal the parking fine, please follow the directions on the rear of the Fine, see Contact for Internal Review (above), or you may address correspondence to:
Infringement Appeals
Box Hill Institute
GPO Box 425
Melbourne VIC 3001
You should also attach a copy of all evidence such as valid BHI parking permit, daily ticket (from ticket machine or a screenshot from the PayStay app), and infringement notice for the date in dispute; along with your best contact details (Name, Address, Rego, Phone Number, Email).
When the review process has been finalised, you will be advised of the outcome in writing. If your appeal is unsuccessful, the remaining options:
Pay the fine
Elect to take the matter to court
Apply to the Family Violence Scheme
Apply for a WDP (Work and development permit)
For more information, please visit this LINK
Request a payment arrangement through the director of Fines Victoria
Fines that are not paid by the new due date will be passed onto Fines Victoria for management, and this may incur additional fees.
Should you have any questions regarding parking access, please contact your Student Coordinator.
Documentation and Compliance
- Box Hill Institute adheres to the Internal Review Guidelines set by Fines Victoria.
- Compliance with the Public Records Act 1973 is maintained for record-keeping of all correspondence and decisions.