Parking Fines and Tickets
Parking citations/tickets are issued for violations of the WSU Spokane Campus Parking & Traffic Regulations in accordance with Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 504-14.
If you have questions about parking on campus, contact us at 509-368-6997. Other sources can be unreliable.
Tips to avoid fines and tickets
- Have a valid WSU Spokane parking permit with the correct vehicle information.
- Parking is on a first-come, first-served basis.
- The objective of a zone system is to provide you with a reliable chance of finding a space in your zone.
- If you cannot find a parking space, please contact us at 509-368-6997 and let us assist you in finding a place to park.
- Pay close attention to signs and park in marked spaces only. All lots have signs at their entrances to let you know what restrictions apply.
- If your vehicle becomes disabled and you cannot move it right away, or you plan to leave your vehicle overnight, call Campus Security.
Fine Schedule
| Violation Description | WAC Reference | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Overtime/Non-payment at Meter | WAC 504-14-210 | $10.00 |
| No Parking Permit | WAC 504-14-510 | $25.00 |
| No Parking Permit for this Area | WAC 504-14-540 | $20.00 |
| No Parking Zone | WAC 504-14-220 | $20.00 |
| Improper Parking | WAC 504-14-220 | $20.00 |
| Blocking Traffic | WAC 504-14-865-2-C | $25.00 |
| Unauthorized Parking in Disability Space ($250 to WSU; $100 to Washington State Accessible Communities; $100 to Washington State Multimodel Transportation) | WAC 504-14-600 RCW 46.19.050 RCW 50.40.071 RCW 47.66.070 | $450.00 |
| Parking in a Fire Zone/Hydrant | WAC 504-14-210-2(f) | $50.00 |
| Unauthorized Parking in Reserved Area | WAC 504-14-210 | $40.00 |
| Wheel Lock Fee | WAC 504-14-865 | $50.00 |
| Administrative/Late Fee | WAC 504-14-810 | $10.00 |
Appeal a Ticket
If you want to appeal your ticket, you must do so online through the parking appeal system. The parking office must receive a completed online appeal, along with any supporting evidence, within 10 calendar days from the date the ticket was issued.
If a ticket is appealed, the late fine is placed on hold until an Appeal Decision is made. After the Appeal Decision, the customer has 15 calendar days to pay; then the late fine may be applied.
Tips for parking violation appeals
Before appealing your citation, please consider the following:
- When you became a student or accepted a position with the University, you agreed to abide by the rules and regulations of the University. The traffic and parking regulations are a part of these regulations.
- Permit holders are guaranteed a place to park; they are not guaranteed a space nearest to their classes or place of work.
- The fact that other vehicles are parked improperly does not constitute a valid justification.
- If you use an emergency or other extenuating circumstance as a justification, you must attach documented proof to your appeal.
- Not knowing the regulations is not a valid justification.
- Your past parking record will be a factor in the Parking Appeal Committee’s decision.
