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1. How can I pay a parking ticket?

Parking tickets may be paid by cash, check, or credit card (MasterCard/Visa/American Express) at the Park Forest Police Department, 24 hours a day.

Additionally, online bill pay of parking tickets is available by visiting https://www.violationspayment.com/ws/

(click on Park Forest then Parking/Compliance/Hearing Request)

Questions regarding your ticket can usually be answered by any records clerk. More detailed problems are handled by the Parking Administrator at the Park Forest Police Department, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Those wishing to speak with the Parking Administrator should call 708-748-4701 during the above noted days and times.

2. How do I pay a traffic ticket?

If you were issued a traffic citation where the citation number begins with the letter Y, you can pay the fine via US Mail by using the envelope provided by the officer during the traffic stop. Directions are included on the envelope. Some traffic citations require a mandatory court appearance. You can check in the lower right hand corner of your citation for any court information.

If you were issued a municipal citation where the citation number begins with the letter M, you can pay the fine in cash or credit card (MasterCard/Visa/American Express) at the Park Forest Police Department, in person or by mail. Please note that prepayment is not available if the officer checked the “Must Appear” box at the bottom of the Municipal Citation. In this case, the hearing information is included to the right of the “Must Appear” box, and you must appear at the hearing or be subject to a $750 fine.

3. How do I change a court date for a traffic ticket?

Scheduling of court appearances for traffic citations (citation numbers beginning with the letter “Y”) is conducted through the Cook County, 6th District Circuit Court in Markham, Illinois. The Park Forest Police Department cannot change court dates. Call the Markham Courthouse at 708-232-4577.

4. How can I file a complaint?

Anyone wishing to make a complaint against a police department employee is encouraged to speak to the on-duty supervisor, either by visiting the police department or by calling (708) 748-4701. Often times, misunderstandings of policy or minor issues can be successfully resolved by the on-duty supervisor. However, we recognize that sometimes a person may not want to visit the police department or speak with the on-duty supervisor. Should that be the case, formal complaint forms are located in the lobby of the police department and can also be downloaded here. Completed forms may be emailed to citizencomplaint@parkforest-IL.gov, dropped off at the front desk of the police department, or mailed to:

Citizen Complaint

Park Forest Police Department

200 Lakewood Blvd.

Park Forest, IL 60466

It is the policy of the Park Forest Police Department to ensure that the community can report alleged misconduct without concern for reprisal or retaliation.  All citizen complaints are treated seriously and investigated.

5. How do I commend police department personnel for a good job?

If you would like to commend a police department employee for the service they provided, please email Chief Christopher Mannino at cmannino@parkforest-IL.gov or correspondence can be mailed to:

Chief Mannino
Park Forest Police Department
200 Lakewood Blvd.
Park Forest, IL 60466

All letters of commendation are shared with the employee and also placed in their personnel file.

6. What time is curfew in Park Forest?

Village Ordinance prohibits anyone under the age of 17 from being in any public place, street, or assembly between the hours of 11:01 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Monday through Thursday, and 12:01 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. on the weekends. Parents may be held liable if their minor children are out past curfew.

7. Does the Police Department remove wild animals from my home?

No, the Park Forest Police Department Community Service Unit and Animal Control Units do not remove wild animals. Please call a professional wildlife removal specialist.

8. How many animals can I have in my home?

Village ordinance limits the amount of pets in your home to no more than three dogs and cats.

9. Are my pets required to have animal licenses?

Yes, annual pet licenses must be purchased at Village Hall. To obtain the license, the pet owner must provide an up-to-date rabies vaccination from a license veterinarian.