Chicago officials announced that April will be City Sticker Amnesty Month, giving car owners a chance to swerve penalties.

During the entirety of next month, anyone may buy a City Sticker from the City Clerk without having to pay late fees and back charges.

City Stickers can be purchased at any of the following locations:

• City Hall, 121 N. LaSalle St.
• City Clerk North Side Office, 5430 W. Gale St.
• City Clerk South Side Office: 5674 S. Archer Ave.

They can be also be bought at some Department of Finance locations:

• Southwest Payment Center, 4770 S. Kedzie Ave.
• Northwest Payment Center, 4445 N. Pulaski Ave.
• Southeast Payment Center, 2006 E. 95th St.
• Central Payment Center, 400 W. Superior St.

City Stickers in Chicago are required for all vehicles registered to an address within the city limits. 

They serve as proof that a vehicle owner has paid the city’s Wheel Tax, which helps fund road maintenance and other municipal services. 

Residents must purchase a City Sticker within 30 days of moving to Chicago or acquiring a new vehicle. Failure to display a valid City Sticker can result in fines and penalties.

Annually, City Stickers range from $53 for motorbikes, up to $530 for large trucks.

Check out the price breakdown below or head over to the City Clerk’s website for more details.