Pay Parking Citation & Resolve DMV Holds in San Diego | Tags Clinic

Pay Parking Citation & Resolve DMV Holds in San Diego | Tags Clinic

Unpaid parking tickets or toll violations can lead to DMV registration holds, preventing you from renewing your tags or transferring a title. At Tags Clinic, we make it fast and simple to look up, pay, and clear parking citations so you can legally register or transfer your vehicle. We’re a licensed DMV Business Partner in San Diego that helps drivers resolve citation-related issues, including Registration Suspensions (VLF Holds) and Administrative Per Se Holds.

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Why Choose Tags Clinic for Parking Citation Resolution?

DMV Registration Hold Lookup

We check your vehicle record for active holds and tickets.

Real-Time Payment Processing

We pay most citations on your behalf and provide proof instantly.

Same-Day DMV Hold Release

Once your fines are cleared, we submit your registration paperwork on-site.

Multiple Citation Types Accepted

Including San Diego, Los Angeles, and state-wide agencies.

Multilingual Customer Service

English, Spanish, Arabic, Somali & more.

Book a Citation Resolution Appointment

Walk-ins welcome, but appointments are recommended for faster processing.

Steps to Book:

  • Choose a time
  • Bring required information
  • We’ll handle the lookup, payment, and DMV submission
Book a Citation Resolution Appointment

What is a Parking Citation Payment Service?

Tags Clinic offers a convenient way to pay off your parking citations without navigating the DMV or city websites. We help you avoid late fees and ensure timely processing of your payment.

When Do You Need to Pay a Parking Citation?

  • You’ve received a parking ticket on your vehicle
  • You’re trying to renew registration but have unpaid citations
  • You want to avoid late penalties and collection actions
  • You need proof of payment for DMV or insurance purposes

Common Reasons DMV Registration Is Blocked

  • Unpaid parking citations
  • Unpaid bridge or toll road violations
  • Administrative DMV holds for tickets over 30 days old
  • Vehicle registration fees sent to collections
  • Vehicle booted or towed for unpaid citations

What You Need to Bring

Required Info to Resolve Citations

  • Valid government-issued ID
  • License plate number
  • Last 5 digits of VIN (optional, but helpful)
  • Any ticket notices or collection letters (if available)
  • Proof of insurance (if registration is also being renewed)

Citation Types We Help You Resolve

  • San Diego City Parking Tickets
  • County & State-issued Citations
  • Toll Road (e.g., FasTrak, 91 Express Lanes)
  • Metered Parking Violations
  • Unpaid Red-Light Camera Fines
  • DMV VLF Holds Related to Unpaid Fines
What If the Ticket Was Sent to Collections?

• Assist with online payment portals

• Submit DMV proof of payment

• Process title transfers or renewals immediately after clearance

DMV Fees After Citation Clearance

• Hold is lifted immediately or within 1 business day

• You may still owe standard registration or transfer fees

• Tags Clinic can process your renewal, title transfer, or permit right after

Watch: How to Clear Parking Tickets Blocking Registration

Coming soon — A video explaining how Tags Clinic helps you resolve tickets and get your DMV record cleared quickly.

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Customer Testimonials

Malik R., San Diego

Had two unpaid tickets and couldn’t renew my registration. Tags Clinic looked them up and cleared the hold in 20 minutes.

Lisa D., Chula Vista

I didn’t even know a ticket was blocking my title transfer. They caught it, helped me pay, and got my transfer done the same day.

Cities We Serve Within 50 Miles of San Diego

Tags Clinic proudly provides dealership and fleet DMV services across Southern California, including:

San DiegoChula VistaEl CajonLa MesaSanteeNational CityLemon GroveSpring ValleyLakesideBonitaImperial BeachPowayCoronadoCarlsbadEncinitasEscondidoVistaSan MarcosDel MarSolana BeachRancho Santa FeAlpine

We’re located at 3845 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105—convenient for clients across the region.

Request a Citation Lookup or DMV Hold Clearance

We’ll check your plate for active holds and send a quote for payment + processing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Just provide your plate number and we’ll check for DMV holds and violations.

Clear Tickets & Get Legal in Minutes

Don’t let a parking citation delay your registration or transfer. Tags Clinic resolves it—fast.

  • Book an Appointment
  • Request a Citation Lookup
  • Call Now: (619) 777-9046
  • Walk In for Immediate Help

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Contact Information

Address: 3845 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105

Phone: (619) 777-9046

Email: dmv@tagsclinic.com

Hours:
  • Monday–Friday: 9 AM – 7 PM
  • Saturday: 9 AM – 6 PM
  • Sunday: 12 PM – 6 PM