Exceptions will not be granted for reasons of convenience or to park closer to a residence hall. Massachusetts law requires that vehicles without a Massachusetts registration and in the state for more than thirty days must be registered with the University Police, even if the vehicle is parked off campus. Failure to comply with this law may result in a fifty, dollar fine levied by the state. Copies of the Tufts University Traffic and Parking Regulations are given at the time of registration. It is the responsibility, of each motor vehicle user to be familiar with the contents of the booklet.
Registration is limited to the vehicle owner or a relative.
The matter will also be referred to the Dean of Students for disciplinary action. Somerville and Medford Parking Information Students are expected to comply with the parking regulations in Somerville and Medford and to pay parking fines for vehicles which they own or control. The university may place unpaid parking fines on a student's bursar bill. Many Medford and Somerville streets around campus are posted for resident parking only. Only those who register their cars in Somerville or Medford and pay car insurance and excise tax in Massachusets are eligible to park legally on most residential streets.