Liverpool Parking Ticket – Pay or Appeal?
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Just received a Liverpool council parking fine and aren’t sure what to do next? You’ve come to the right place. Every month, over 130,000 people visit this site for advice on fines and parking tickets.
In this helpful guide, we’ll explain:
- The basics of a Liverpool parking fine.
- If you really have to pay Liverpool parking fines.
- How to appeal against a Liverpool parking fine.
- Tricks to stop getting a parking fine in Liverpool.
- What could happen if you choose not to pay the fine.
In 2021, Churchill Motor Insurance reported an 8% increase in penalty charge notices in Britain, with over 5.2 million issued.1 So it’s quite common to feel concerned about PCNs.
Don’t worry! We’re here to make your options clearer and explain whether you should choose to pay or appeal your Liverpool parking fine.
Do You Have to Pay?
In some circumstances, you might have a legitimate reason not to pay your fine.
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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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What is a Liverpool parking fine?
Check out what happened to one motorist who got a PCN when they were 150 miles away from the alleged offence.
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How can I pay my Liverpool parking fine?
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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PCN Common Defences
Appealing a PCN can be a time-consuming process. That’s why it’s important to focus on the defences that will increase your chances of success.
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 much is a Liverpool council parking fine?
Liverpool parking regulations
Liverpool, like other regions in the country enforces parking restrictions under the Road Traffic Act and the Traffic Management Act 2004.
There are the following restrictions in the city:
- No parking zones
- Time-limited parking
- Residential zones
- Pedestrian-only zones
- Council-operated car parks
Why are parking restrictions in place?
Parking restrictions help keep traffic flowing, but also it also maintains safety for drivers and pedestrians.
The various parking zones and council-run car parks also reduce the time drivers spend searching for places to park, which in turn could help reduce emissions.
Can I appeal my Liverpool parking fine after I get an NtO?
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Liverpool Parking Ticket – Pay or Appeal?
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I received a parking fine in Liverpool, but it’s not from the council.
Council penalty charge vs private fines
A council Penalty Charge Notice is an official ‘fine’ that authorities can issue under UK law making them immediately enforceable.
A private Parking Charge Notice is an ‘invoice’ a car park management company raises for a breach of contract for not following their T&Cs.
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