Fines, reparation & civil debt

Make a payment Choose how to pay fines, reparation or the offender levy. Or call us to check your balance.

About fines and help to pay We collect infringement and court fine payments. If you can’t pay in full or need more time, we may be able to help.

Unpaid fines and what happens next It’s important to pay on time. Or contact us before it’s due. If you don't pay your fine or contact us, there can be serious consequences.

Disputing fines or court enforcement You may be able to dispute a fine or enforcement – it will depend on several things. Check the processes for different kinds of disputes.

About reparation A judge can order an offender to pay reparation to someone who has suffered emotional harm, or whose property has been lost or damaged as a result of a crime.

Receiving reparation If a judge orders reparation, we collect payments and pass them on. Learn how it works, how to get paid, what to do if payments are slow, and how to update your details.

Paying reparation If a judge orders you to pay reparation, you must pay it like a fine. Learn how to pay, what happens if you don’t, and how to appeal or set up a payment plan.

About civil debt Explains the civil debt process and the entitlements and obligations of all relevant parties.

Collecting civil debt, and how we can help Explains what people owed civil debt (creditors) need to do to get money owed to them.

Paying civil debt Explains what people who owe civil debt (debtors) need to do to pay the debt. Includes information about employers and MSD making wage or benefit deductions.

Civil enforcement Services that can be accessed and applied for to help creditors collect a civil debt.

Fees and charges for civil enforcement When you file an application for civil enforcement you must also pay the fee. There are different fees for different services.

Interest on civil debt Someone owed a civil debt may be able to claim interest on the debt. This is only possible with a money debt, not a property debt.

Contact us Talk to us about fines, reparation or civil debt, including how to make or receive payments.

Bailiffs and their work Find out what court bailiffs do, how they enforce unpaid fines, and what to expect if your property is at risk of being seized or sold.

Paying the Offender Levy How to pay the Offender Levy, following sentencing in the District Court or High Court.

Repaying legal aid Talk to us to find the best way to repay your legal aid.

Paying Cost Contribution Orders You may be asked to pay part of the cost of the Family Court services.

Receiving jury service payments Help us make your jury service payment.

Forms and resources These resources cover a range of topics including filing a financial statement, applying for income deductions and other services that can help.