All it takes is a 15-minute meeting with a faculty adviser.

And the next thing you know, the vehicle you parked in the staff parking lot has a $15 ticket waiting for you on the windshield.

All vehicles on campus need to have a parking permit, including students, faculty, commuters, visitors and retirees.

A parking ticket can range from $5 to $200, depending on the severity.

How to pay a fine, according to the ISU Parking Division

– Mail citation via campus mail to DPS Parking, Room 27 Armory.

– Mail citation through U.S. mail at DPS Parking, Room 27, Ames, IA 50011.

– Drop citations in the drop box at the customer service counter of the Parking office at room 27, Armory Building.

– Bring payment to the Parking office, Room 27, Armory Building during regular business hours.

– Pay through Accounts Receivable (University Bill).

– Mail a check to the Treasurer’s Office, 1220 Beardshear Hall, Ames, IA 50011.

The Parking Division accepts checks, cash, money orders, debit cards, Visa, Mastercard and Discover when paying a fine at the customer service window. Students should not send cash through the mail or when using the dropbox.

How to appeal a fine, according to the ISU Parking Division

Students can appeal a citation by filling out the Citation Appeal Form, which is available at the DPS Parking Division office. Students can also fill out the Online Appeal Form, which is available on the ISU Parking Division’s website.

Students can then request an administrative hearing, in writing or in person, within 15 days after a final decision of the Traffic Appeals Board.

Towing

According to the ISU Parking Division, “Vehicles that are in violation of any parking and/or traffic regulations may be towed to maintain order on the University lots and streets. Any vehicle violating Iowa State University rules may be towed without prior notice.”

If a student’s vehicle impounded, he or she can retrieve it by going to Central Iowa Custom Hauling and Auto Transport, which is located in Ames at 310 Sondrol Ave.