Find out what’s considered a non-criminal infraction or violation

Learn about the types of infractions or violations you can receive a non-criminal ticket for.

You may receive a non-criminal ticket for:

• Building or fire code infractions
• Dog control violations
• Environmental violations
• Jaywalking
• Littering and trash disposal violations
• MBTA fare evasion or smoking infractions
• State park, forest, or recreation area infractions
• Bus fare evasion (for non-MBTA buses)
• City or town ordinance or bylaw infractions
• Motorboat infractions

You may also receive a non-criminal ticket for different types of traffic or bicycle violations. To learn more about resolving those tickets, see traffic tickets.