In an effort to help citizens regain their driving licenses and reduce debt owed to courts and their collection agencies for unpaid fines and fees, Auburn Municipal Court is offering a debt reduction program throughout the month of May.

“This is an opportunity for people to get a fresh start and satisfy their obligations to the community.” said Presiding Judge Patrick Burns.

Designed to help those with outstanding traffic tickets and fines, Auburn Municipal Court will be working with their collection agency to waive interest and a significant portion of collection costs.

The court is offering the program from May 1-31. Those with outstanding tickets or fines should contact the AllianceOne Collection Agency directly by calling 1-800-456-8838.

One of the main goals of the program is to assist citizens with regaining driver’s licenses after being revoked due to unpaid fines and fees. Once tickets are paid in full and reported to the court, the court will notify the Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) to clear the driving record. The driver may be able to obtain a valid driver’s license 48 hours later if no other offense on the driving record prevents it.

More than 100 courts throughout the state are participating in similar Debt Reduction Programs throughout the month of May.

For a full listing of courts participating, please visit the Washington Courts website at www.courts.wa.gov.