Bylaw fines are monetary penalties imposed for violating municipal bylaws. Fines are set by bylaw and vary based on the offence—minor parking violations might be a few dollars while serious property standards violations could be hundreds. Fine amounts aim to encourage compliance rather than just generate revenue. Repeat offenders often face escalating penalties. Those who receive bylaw fines can typically challenge them through municipal screening processes or courts. Fine revenue goes to general municipal funds. Setting appropriate fine levels involves balancing deterrence against proportionality—fines should be significant enough to change behaviour but not excessively punitive for minor infractions.