Ticket Information System is a ticket notification and answering online automated module that allows an individual to create a membership profile and use that profile to check the status of any tickets assessed to that vehicle and receive electronic notification of any tickets. The services offered by District of Columbia – Department of Motor Vehicles ("DC DMV" or "we") include the dmv.dc.gov website (the "dmv.dc.gov" Website), any other features, content, or applications offered from time to time by dmv.dc.gov in connection with the Ticket Information System website (collectively, the "DC DMV Services"). The DC DMV Services are hosted in the U.S.
The Terms of Use Agreement ("Agreement") sets forth the legally binding terms for your use of the DC DMV Services. By using the DC DMV Services, you agree to be bound by this Agreement, whether you are a "Visitor” or you are a "Member" (which means that you have registered with dmv.dc.gov). The term "User" refers to a Visitor or a Member. You are only authorized to use the DC DMV Services (regardless of whether your access or use is intended) if you agree to abide by all applicable laws and to this Agreement. Please read this Agreement carefully and save it. If you do not agree with it, you should leave the DC DMV Website and discontinue use of the Ticket Information System immediately. If you wish to become a Member and make use of the Ticket Information System, you must read this Agreement and Ticket Information System Introduction Page and indicate your acceptance during the Registration process.
This Agreement includes DC DMV's policy for acceptable use of the DC DMV Services and content posted on the DC DMV Website, your rights, obligations and restrictions regarding your use of the DC DMV Services and Ticket Information System Privacy Policy. In order to participate in certain Ticket Information System features, you may be notified that you are required to download software or content and/or agree to additional terms and conditions. Unless otherwise provided by the additional terms and conditions applicable to the DC DMV Services in which you choose to participate, those additional terms are hereby incorporated into this Agreement. You may receive a copy of this Agreement by emailing the DMV Freedom of Information Officer and requesting the Terms of Use Agreement.
After you complete the registration process, you will be required to enter a username and password to log into DC DMV Services. Once you are logged in, your name and address will appear on the screen. This personal information will only appear while you are logged into the system. DC Law requires a DC resident to provide DC DMV with any changes to his or her address and name. In order to change your name and/or address and receive an updated license and proof of registration, you must report to a DMV service center with proper documentation. For more information, see http://dmv.dc.gov/serv/idservices/addchange.shtm and http://dmv.dc.gov/serv/idservices/namechange.shtm. If you are not a DC resident, contact your home jurisdiction to update your name and address.
DC DMV may modify this Agreement from time to time and such modification shall be effective upon posting by DC DMV on the DC DMV Website. You agree to be bound to any changes to this Agreement when you use the DC DMV Services after any such modification is posted. It is therefore important that you review this Agreement regularly to ensure you are updated as to any changes.
DC DMV reserves the right, in its sole discretion to restrict, suspend, or terminate membership access and associated user(s) profile to all or any part of the Ticket Information System at any time, for any or no reason, with or without prior notice, and without liability. DC DMV expressly reserves the right to remove membership access and user(s) profile and/or restrict, suspend, or terminate access to any part of DC DMV Services if DC DMV determines, in its sole discretion, that you have violated the conditions the agreement.
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Eligibility. Use of and Membership in the DC DMV Services is void where prohibited. By using the DC DMV Services, you represent and warrant that (a) all information you submit is truthful and accurate; (b) you will maintain the accuracy of such information; (c) you are 16 years of age or older; and (d) your use of the DC DMV Services does not violate any applicable law or regulation. Your profile may be deleted and your Membership may be terminated without warning, if we believe that you are under 16 years of age.
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Term. This Agreement shall remain in full force and effect while you use the DC DMV Services. You may terminate your Membership at any time, for any reason, by following the instructions on the Ticket Information System website. DC DMV may terminate your Membership at any time, without warning. Even after Membership is terminated, this Agreement will remain in effect.
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Fees. Membership for the Ticket Information System at present is free of charge. In accordance with DC law, DC DMV reserves the right to charge for the Ticket Information System and to change its fees from time to time in its discretion.
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Password. When you sign up to become a Member, you will also be asked to choose a membership password and subsequent user password. You are entirely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password. You agree not to use the account, username, or password of another Member at any time or to disclose your password to any third party. You agree to notify DC DMV immediately if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account or access to your password. You are solely responsible for any and all use of your account.
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Enforcement. Any Member that knowingly provides any false information in the Ticket Information System is subject to a fine of not more than $1000 or 180 days imprisonment or both.
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Privacy. Use of the DC DMV Services is also governed by federal and District privacy law, which is incorporated into this Agreement by this reference.
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Limitation on Liability. IN NO EVENT SHALL DC DMV BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PAYMENTS ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES, EVEN IF DC DMV HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, DC DMV'S LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER AND REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE ACTION, WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT PAID, IF ANY, BY YOU TO DC DMV FOR THE DC DMV SERVICES DURING THE TERM OF MEMBERSHIP.
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U.S. Export Controls. Software available in connection with the DC DMV Services (the "Software") is further subject to United States export controls. No Software may be downloaded from the DC DMV Services or otherwise exported or re-exported in violation of U.S. export laws. Downloading or using the Software is at your sole risk.
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Disputes. If there is any dispute about or involving the DC DMV Services, you agree that the dispute shall be governed by the laws of the District of Columbia, USA, without regard to conflict of law provisions and you agree to exclusive personal jurisdiction and venue in the District of Columbia Superior Court and the United States District Court for the District of Columbia located in Washington, DC, USA.
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Indemnity. You agree to indemnify and hold the DC DMV and any respective officers, agents, partners and employees, harmless from any loss, liability, claim, or demand, including reasonable attorneys' fees, made by any third party due to or arising out of your use of the DC DMV Services in violation of this Agreement and/or arising from a breach of this Agreement and/or any breach of your representations and warranties set forth above and/or if any Content that you post on the DC DMV website or through the DC DMV Services causes DC DMV to be liable to another.
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Responsibility for Tickets. You are responsible for answering all notices of infraction within the stipulated time period, regardless of whether the notice is not posted on the Ticket Information System, or the Ticket Information System is temporarily disabled due to unforeseen or foreseen circumstances. DC DMV will try, but is not obligated, to provide you with notice of any foreseeable system shutdown. Notices of infraction not answered within 30 days of issuance will be subject to a penalty equal to the fine amount. Notices of infraction not answered within 60 days will be deemed admitted and no longer eligible for a hearing. Notices of infraction that are not paid within 60 days may be reported to a collection agency. Furthermore, notices of infraction for moving violations not paid within 60 days will result in the operator losing his or her operating privileges. Unpaid notices of infractions for non-moving violations may result in the vehicle being immobilized or impounded.
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Other. This Agreement is accepted upon your use of the DC DMV website or any of the DC DMV Services and is further affirmed by you becoming a Member. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between you and DC DMV regarding the use of the DC DMV Services. The failure of DC DMV to exercise or enforce any right or provision of this Agreement shall not operate as a waiver of such right or provision. The section titles in this Agreement are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect. This Agreement operates to the fullest extent permissible by law. If any provision of this Agreement is unlawful, void or unenforceable, that provision is deemed severable from this Agreement and does not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.
I HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT AND THE TICKET INFORMATION SYSTEM INSTRUCTIONS AND AGREE TO ALL OF THE PROVISIONS CONTAINED ABOVE.