Fines and penalty reports

Contravention law

Legal advice and representation in challenging contravention reports and in every contravention law procedure.

I check the report for errors and irregularities, set the strategy and explain the steps, deadlines and your realistic chances in plain terms.

A clear approach

Every step, in plain language.

Prompt action

The deadline to challenge is short.

Careful analysis

Traffic, tax and administrative.

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Contravention law services

How I can help

Contravention reports

  • Reviewing whether the report is lawful and well-founded
  • Identifying procedural irregularities
  • Drafting the complaint against the report
  • Representation in court
  • Seeking the annulment of the penalty

Traffic offences

  • Fines for breaching traffic rules
  • Driving licence suspension
  • Reports issued by the traffic police
  • Advice and representation after road accidents involving injuries or damage to property

Other areas

  • Offences under the Forestry Code
  • Offences under the Labour Code
  • Tax and administrative legislation
  • Other special regulations

How I work

A clear, carefully structured legal process

  1. 01

    Initial assessment

    We discuss your situation, I review your documents and explain your options.

  2. 02

    Legal strategy

    We agree on suitable steps and discuss risks and costs.

  3. 03

    Drafting / representation

    I prepare the documents or represent you in negotiations and in court.

  4. 04

    Following progress

    I keep you informed and adjust the strategy as your case develops.

Andreea Chelaru, Lawyer · Iași

Why seek advice

Why do you need a contravention law lawyer?

Contraventions often combine legal and technical issues, and penalty reports frequently contain errors, omissions or a misreading of the facts. A sound defence can make all the difference.

Short answers

Frequently asked questions

More questions? We can discuss your situation.

How long do I have to challenge a penalty report?

15 days from the date it was handed to you or served on you (Article 31 of Government Ordinance No. 2/2001). A complaint filed after this deadline is dismissed as out of time, so it is best to act quickly.

Do I have to pay the fine if I file a complaint?

Not while the case is pending: the complaint suspends enforcement of the fine until a final decision is given (Article 32 of Ordinance No. 2/2001). For traffic fines, it also suspends complementary penalties such as licence suspension (Article 118 of Government Emergency Ordinance No. 195/2002).

How much does a complaint cost?

The judicial stamp duty is RON 20, both for the complaint and for an appeal (Article 19 of Government Emergency Ordinance No. 80/2013). If proof of payment is missing, the complaint is annulled.

Which errors can invalidate a penalty report?

Missing mandatory details make the report null and void: the officer's full name and position, your identification details, the offence, the date it was committed or the officer's signature (Article 17 of Ordinance No. 2/2001). Other irregularities can lead to annulment if you show that they caused you harm.

Can I pay only half of the fine?

Generally, yes: you can pay half of the minimum fine within 15 days of receiving the report, if the law that sanctions the offence allows it and the report says so (Article 28 of Ordinance No. 2/2001). Some areas have special rules, so it is worth checking your report.

Do I have to attend court?

Not necessarily. I can represent you at every hearing and keep you informed of how the case is progressing.

Contact

Let's discuss your case.

Book a consultation and let's find the best solution for your situation together. I am here to listen and to give you the concrete support and professionalism you need.