Ealing pay PCN – Should you Pay or Appeal?
Have you just been given an Ealing parking fine and not sure what to do?
You’ve found the right place to learn more about the situation. Every month, our website is visited by over 130,000 people who want to understand fines and parking tickets.
In this simple guide, we will share:
- An easy explanation of an Ealing parking fine.
- If you have to pay Ealing parking fines.
- The right way to appeal against an Ealing parking fine.
- Tips to not get a parking fine in Ealing.
- What can happen if you don’t pay the fine.
Churchill Motor Insurance reports that in 2022, UK councils issued an average of 19,631 daily parking fines, a 12% increase from the previous year.1 So rest assured, you’re not alone.
We know that receiving a parking fine can be a big worry, but we have many helpful tips and examples to help you.
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In some circumstances, you might have a legitimate reason not to pay your fine.
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What is an Ealing Penalty Charge Notice (PCN)?
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How much is an Ealing parking ticket?
For something more serious like parking on double yellow lines, the higher penalty will apply.
Do you have to pay your PCN Ealing?
Successful Appeal Case Study
Situation
Initial Fine | £100 |
Additional Fees | £171 |
Total Fine | £271 |
The Appeal Process
Scott used JustAnswer, online legal service to enhance his appeal. The trial of this cost him just £5.
Total Fine | £271 |
Cost of legal advice | £5 |
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Scott’s fine was cancelled and he only paid £5 for the legal help.
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PCN Common Defenses
Understanding the defences against Penalty Charge Notices will help you avoid unjust penalties and unfair treatment.
There are a few common PCN defences that you can use if you decide to appeal your ticket.
Common PCN Defence | Explanation |
You were parked correctly | By law, your ticket should be cancelled if you haven’t broken any parking laws. |
Unclear, incorrect, or missing signage | It is a legal requirement that all parking areas or roads with parking restrictions have clear road markings or signage. You also have a good defence if your ticket was sent in the post, but there were no signs warning of CCTV or ANPR systems when you parked. |
You had no way to pay | You can appeal your ticket if you can prove that the only available ticket machine was broken or damaged. You also won’t win your appeal if there is a sign telling you not to park if there is no way of paying. |
It wasn’t you who committed the parking infraction | The ticket should be cancelled if you didn’t commit the parking infraction as someone else was driving your car. |
You couldn’t get back to your car | People with some disabilities or small children are protected from discrimination by the 2010 Equality Act. Struggling to get back to your car could be legitimate grounds for appeal. |
Your car had broken down | If you got a ticket whilst waiting for your car to be towed or fixed, you have strong grounds for appeal. The ticket issuer should have understood that you physically couldn’t move it. |
You were only just out of time | Late by just 5 or 10 minutes? You can appeal as you are entitled to a ‘grace period’ after your parking time runs out. |
How do I appeal a penalty charge notice in Ealing?
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