No! The notice on your windshield is an irregularity warning, not a fine. This distinction is crucial and can save you R$ 195.23 and 5 license points [1].
What the Windshield Notice Is
The slip you find on your windshield is an Irregularity Warning (AI) or Post-Use Notice (NPU). It tells you that:
- Your parking time has expired
- You have a deadline (usually a deadline that varies by city, from a few hours to several days) to regularize
- The cost of regularizing (TPU) is much lower than a fine
Crucial Difference
| Document | Meaning | Action Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Windshield notice | Irregularity detected, deadline to regularize | Pay the TPU (amount set by each city) within your city's deadline |
| DETRAN notice (letter) | Official fine issued | Pay R$ 195.23 or appeal within 30 days |
Step by Step After Receiving the Notice
- Don't panic: You still have time
- Check the deadline: Usually a deadline that varies by city (from a few hours to several days) from the time it was issued
- Open the Digipare app or visit the operator's website
- Enter your plate: The system will show the TPU amount
- Pay: Via app, PIX, or point of sale
- Keep the receipt: Proof of regularization
In cities with Areatec's integrated digital system, the driver receives a push notification on their phone at the same time as the physical notice, making immediate regularization easier without having to return to the car [2].