Forfeiture
The term "forfeiture" as used here includes statutorily-required surcharges and court costs. The forfeiture amount that is usually imposed for your violation is shown on the citation in the upper right hand corner.
How can I pay the forfeiture?
- Cash, personal check or money order payable to the Town of Cottage Grove.
- Online with a credit or debit card at https://www.govpaynow.com/gps/user/plc/a000dn
(a convenience fee will be applied to online payments)
Where can I pay the forfeiture?
- In court, when the court is in session.
- At the Cottage Grove Town Hall, 4058 County Road N, Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM until 12:30 PM
(Closed Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day).
Be sure to bring your citation along as office staff may not have access to your court records. - In the drop box at the Cottage Grove Town Hall located to the left of the entrance.
- By mail, to Town of Cottage Grove Municipal Court, 4058 County Road N, Cottage Grove, WI 53527. Please do not mail cash.
Payment is due by your appearance date.
What if I cannot afford to pay the forfeiture on the due date?
- Talk to, or email, the court and request a payment modification in the form of a 30-day extension or payment plan.
Phone: 608-839-5021 ext. 133
email: court@towncg.net
What happens if I fail to pay the forfeiture as as scheduled?
- Your balance will be reported to the State's Debt Collection Agency for collections.