A settlement is an opportunity to plead guilty to the charge(s) in the Summons instead of attending the hearing. You must:

• pay a reduced fine; and/or
• cure (correct) the violations (if eligible).

If you got an Offer of Settlement letter in the mail:

• You can settle your case by paying the reduced amount.

If you did not get an Offer of Settlement in the mail:

• Email or text LegalSettlements@dcwp.nyc.gov to ask if settlement is an option. Include your Summons Number and business name.
  
  DCWP must get your email or text at least one business day before the hearing date.
  
  If you can settle, DCWP will confirm the reduced fine amount or include cure instructions if you can correct violations.

No. You can attend the hearing at the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH) to deny the charge(s). The hearing date and time are on your Summons. You may bring an attorney or representative to the hearing to present evidence and arguments.

You must settle at least one business day before the hearing date.

You can pay in ONE of three ways. No matter how you pay, DCWP must get your payment at least one business day before the hearing date.

1. By Mail
   Send a check or money order payable to DCWP to:
   
   DCWP
   Attn: Collections Division
   42 Broadway
   New York, NY 10004
   
   Use the return envelope that DCWP provided (if applicable). Include your Summons Number and business name on your check or money order.
     
2. Online
   
   Go to nyc.gov/dcwp and click “Pay Fines and Fees” in the For Businesses module for the directions to pay online by credit card.
   
   Accepted cards include Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover Card. Credit card payments are subject to a convenience fee.
     
3. In Person *By Appointment Only
   
   DCWP
   42 Broadway, Lobby
   New York, NY 10004
   
   By Appointment Only Hours:
   Friday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
   Last appointment: 3:30 p.m.
   
   To schedule an appointment, email Collections@dcwp.nyc.gov or call (212) 436-0259 (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.).
   
   You can pay by credit card, money order, check only. Credit card payments are subject to a convenience fee.

No.

By paying the reduced fine, you pleaded guilty to the charge(s) and can no longer request a hearing or appeal on the charge(s).