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Lithonia citations, warrants to be waived in amnesty period

LITHONIA, Ga. — The Lithonia Municipal Court is conducting an amnesty period for people with unpaid failure to appear warrants and citations. The amnesty period will run from June 9 through Sept. 12.
 
During this period, the warrant fee in the amount of $470 and the failure to appear fee of $160 will be waived for each outstanding item paid.  The Lithonia Municipal Court will be looking for those individuals who fail to take advantage of the amnesty period by attempting to execute the outstanding warrants at homes and businesses.
 
Cases that require a mandatory court appearance will be rescheduled. You must come in during the amnesty period to receive your new court date and take advantage of the amnesty offer. 
 
Payments will need to be paid to the Lithonia Police Department located at 6290 Main St., Lithonia Ga., 30058. Forms of payment accepted are: cash and money order. 
 
Please call 770-482-8947 for more information on correct amount of citation(s).