Grand Rapids Court Launches One-Month Amnesty Program for Old Tickets and Fines

Grand Rapids' 61st District Court has announced a one-month amnesty program aimed at helping those who are late on paying traffic tickets or court fines, and resolving associated warrants.

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Grand Rapids' 61st District Court Amnesty Program

This year's amnesty program runs from June 1 until June 30, 2026. During that time, those who have old court fees and fines, late fees, bench warrant fees, and/or show case fees may be able to have those waived. If a person qualifies, they will only be responsible for paying the original amount of the ticket.

Which Cases Are Eligible for Grand Rapids' 61st District Court Amnesty Program?

Eligible cases include adjudicated misdemeanor cases, traffic tickets, and civil infractions (including those with bench warrants for failure to pay).

If a person's case is eligible, all late fees, show cause fees, and warrant fees will be waived as soon as full payment is made. At that time, the bench warrants will also be canceled.

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Please note that if a person's driver's license was suspended due to non-payment of traffic-related citations, they will still have to pay $45 to reinstate their license.

How to Pay During Grand Rapids' 61st District Court Amnesty Program

Payments can be made in person at the 61st District Court (180 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503), by phone at 1-855-292-8925, or online. When paying, you will need to have your case or citation number.