How long do I have to challenge a fine?

That depends on the type of notice, and the deadline is set out on the notice itself. Read it carefully and send your letter well before that date.

Do I have to pay in the meantime?

This letter asks for payment to be put on hold. If that is refused, it can be sensible to pay anyway to avoid the amount increasing, and to ask for a refund if your challenge succeeds.

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Challenge a traffic fine

For challenging a traffic fine or notice. Quote the notice number and explain as concretely as possible why the fine is wrong.

Fill in and watch your letter appear.

Your details

Full name *Street and number *

PostcodeTown or city *

Who are you writing to?

Name of the company or organisation *Street and number *

Postcode *Town or city *

Country *

About your letter

Notice or reference number *Printed at the top of the notice.Date of the alleged offenceVehicle registrationWhy are you challenging it? *For example: I was not there, the vehicle had been sold, or the signs were unclear.

Email address

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What to look out for

Check the deadline printed on the notice and make sure your letter arrives within it. Deadlines for challenges are usually strict.
Be specific. "I think it is too expensive" is not a ground; "the vehicle had already been sold on that date" is.
Have evidence, such as a sale receipt, permit or photographs? Say that you can supply it.
Send by recorded delivery: with a challenge you need to be able to show that you were in time.

FAQ

How long do I have to challenge a fine?: That depends on the type of notice, and the deadline is set out on the notice itself. Read it carefully and send your letter well before that date.
Do I have to pay in the meantime?: This letter asks for payment to be put on hold. If that is refused, it can be sensible to pay anyway to avoid the amount increasing, and to ask for a refund if your challenge succeeds.

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