Parking Fine at Motorway Services

DONT pay it .

As previously mentioned it is a Charge and not a Fine .


Steve
 
It's easy to be wise after the event.
We've stayed overnight in motorway services many times and paid the overnight charge in advance.
Our van fits a normal parking bay and uses similar space to a large 4x4. The only problem has been when we have been asked for the commercial charge rate. We have never paid more than the car rate.
 
Firefox said:
I don't think the "who was driving" excuse will work.

Since the offence is not related to licence points, they charge the keeper of the vehicle, and it is up to the keeper to recover the money from the driver, that they (presumably) gave permission to drive. This is the way local authorities get you. They just bill the keeper and provide photographic evidence the vehicle was in the place stated. Also similar, the congestion charge, LEZ, etc etc.
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these patking 'fines' are unlawful AND they cannot charge the keeper The only time the keeper can be held liable is if they fail to notify the police (in the case of a speeding ticket) who the driver is in which case the penalty is the same for the keeper as it would have been for the offending driver Parking is a civil matter & NO ONE can insist you name the driver. The keeper cannot be held liable just because they are the DVLA named keeper
 
One useful bit of information that may benefit some members, is that it is unlawful for anyone to clamp a vehicle that is displaying a valid Disabled persons parking consession card. (Blue Badge). whether on privete or public land or on the highway
 
applecore said:
Just got back from Holiday to find a fine from a RoadChef services we stopped overnight - I was to tired to drive any further.

Any advise from other who have been through this?
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I got stung last year for exactly the same thing . I had parked up and fallen asleep for about three hours. When we got back off hols I had a fine for £80 on the mat. I chose to ignore it and received another letter after the time limit and a nasty letter. The next fine was for £120.....
Again I chose to ignore it and take my chances. The next fine was for £180. At this point I was getting a bit nervous and thought this is the last one i could ignore. Luckily I have not heard anything since. I think the aggresive letters are designed to put the wind up you. Its up to you whether you take the chance..!
 
hi, remember there is a parking revolution happening . just let people know on sites like this . if it should ever get to court . let us know where and when. support is around . only you can start it. there are solicitors barristers etc waiting to help those that stand up to injustice.
its illegal to drive while tired .
just like the signs issues talked on here . keep us informed . you arent alone .
threatening letters sent by post are not allowed either . keep them they can be used in your favour in court. this country as rules its not ran by fear. thats mafia style . cheers alan.
 
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