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· Feb 7th, 2024
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Have you received a Horizon Parking fine at Sainsbury’s and are unsure if you should pay or appeal? You’ve come to the right place. Every month, over 130,000 people dealing with fines and parking tickets visit our website seeking advice.

In this easy-to-understand article, we’ll help you with:

  •  Understanding who Horizon Parking at Sainsbury’s is.
  •  Knowing if you must pay Horizon Parking fines.
  •  Learning how to appeal a Horizon Parking fine.
  •  Finding out what happens if you don’t pay a Horizon Parking fine.
  •  Learning about the 2023 laws related to parking fines.

Receiving a private parking fine can be a real pain. But don’t worry; we have plenty of helpful advice and examples to guide you through.

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Do You Have to Pay?

In some circumstances, you might have a legitimate reason not to pay your parking fine.

It’s a bit sneaky, but the last time I needed legal advice, I paid £5 for a trial to chat with an online solicitor called JustAnswer.

Not only did I save £50 on solicitor feeds, I also won my case and didn’t have to pay my £271 fine.

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Do You Have to Pay Horizon Parking Fines?

In many circumstances, you could appeal your Horizon Parking Sainsburys fine.

It’s a bit sneaky, but last time I had a parking fine I paid £5 for a trial to chat with an online solicitor called JustAnswer. 

Not only did I save £50 on solicitor fees, I also won my case and didn’t have to pay my £271 fine.

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Will I have to pay a Horizon Parking Sainsburys ticket?

Whether you have to pay a Horizon Parking ticket depends on several things. Did you park incorrectly or forget to pay? Were you late getting back to your car? Or was the fine issued incorrectly?

If the latter applies, you could challenge a Horizon Parking ticket. I suggest you appeal the fine whether you get the notice in the post or left on your windscreen. 

Once you file an appeal, the operator can’t take the matter further until a decision is made on whether to uphold or reject the appeal.

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Must Horizon Parking Sainsburys follow a Code of Practice?

Yes. As a member of the British Parking Association, Horizon Parking should follow its Code of Practice. They should follow BPA guidelines when issuing parking tickets and managing car parks for private landowners.

You could challenge the fine if you believe the operator failed to follow the guidelines when issuing you a ticket.

Should I ignore a Horizon Parking Sainsburys ticket?

It would be a mistake to ignore a parking ticket because they will chase you for the money. First, the operator sends you lots of payment reminders. Each one is more threatening than the previous one.

When you continue to ignore their correspondence, the operator could send your details to a debt collection agency. A debt collector’s correspondence is more threatening, and an agent could turn up at your home.

Lastly, when the parking ticket remains unpaid, Horizon Parking could start legal proceedings to recover the debt!

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

JustAnswer helped Scott craft the best appeal possible and he was able to win his case.

Scott’s fine was cancelled and he only paid £5 for the legal help.

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What happens when you don’t pay a Horizon Parking Sainsburys fine?

Horizon Parking will chase you for payment. It’s in their Terms and Conditions. They could send you letters asking for payment if the fine was issued correctly. But they cannot legally demand you pay!

The operator could send the information to a debt collection agency. Or they may start legal proceedings to recover the ‘debt’.

Will I get a CCJ for a Horizon Parking Sainsburys fine?

You’d only get a CCJ if you ignore a Horizon Parking Sainsburys fine and refuse to pay. Even when a court orders you to. Being given a parking ticket doesn’t mean you’ll get a County Court Judgement.

My advice? Don’t ignore a Horizon Parking Sainsburys fine. It’s much better to appeal or pay it.

Note: If you get a CCJ for non-payment, it’ll be recorded on your credit history. You’ll have trouble getting credit, borrowing money or a mortgage for up to 6 years!

How can I appeal a Horizon Parking Sainsburys fine?

You can appeal a Horizon Parking Sainsburys fine online. Or you can send the appeal by post to the operator. Either way, all appeals must be filed with a set deadline of 28 days from getting the fine.

Note: Horizon Parking Sainsburys can’t chase you for the money until they decide to reject or uphold the appeal.

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What info do I need to provide when I appeal a Horizon Parking Sainsburys fine?

You need to provide the following info when you appeal the parking fine:

  • Vehicle registration
  • Parking charge reference details

It’s worth noting that you can’t appeal a Horizon Parking ticket by phone!

Should Horizon Parking Sainsburys give a grace period?

Yes. Horizon Parking Sainsburys should follow the BPA guidelines. It means you should not be given a fine when you are just out of time, by 3 minutes. 

The 10-minute grace period applies to when you return to your car. Plus, you must be parked correctly and paid a fee for the grace period to apply.

Hire a Parking Solicitor for less than a coffee.

If you’re thinking about appealing your parking ticket then getting some professional advice is a good idea.

Getting the support of a Solicitor can make your appeal much more likely to win.

For a £5 trial, Solicitors from JustAnswer can look at your case and help you create an airtight appeal.

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MoneyNerd’s founder, Scott Nelson, has a decade of financial industry experience, including 6 years in FCA regulated loan and credit card companies. Troubled by a lack of conscience in the industry, he founded MoneyNerd to give genuine advice to those in debt and struggling financially.
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Janine Marsh is an award-winning presenter and a valuable member of the MoneyNerd team. With a wealth of experience as a financial expert, she's been featured on BBC Radio 4, BBC Local Radio, and BBC Five Live, and is a regular on Co-op Radio.