Removing Clamp From Car? What You Need To Know
Has your car been clamped by the DVLA, and you’re not sure what to do next? This is the right article for you.
Every month, over 130,000 people visit our website seeking advice on fines and parking tickets, and the DVLA reports that over 11 million parking tickets were issued last year, which is up by 29% year on year!1 You’re not the only one in this situation.
In this article, we’ll provide you with simple and straightforward advice on:
- When your car can be clamped.
- What you need to do if your car is clamped.
- How long a bailiff can clamp your car.
- What happens if you remove a wheel clamp yourself.
- Your rights when your car is clamped.
While it might be tempting to remove the clamp yourself, this can lead to serious legal problems. So, before you do anything, read this article thoroughly.
We’re here to help you understand the rules and make the best decision for your situation.
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When can your car be clamped?
Wheel clamping is part of parking enforcement carried out by lawful authorities.
- The Police
- DVLA
- Local councils/authorities
DVLA car clamping rules include when cars are untaxed.
POPLA is working hard to address issues that cause unfair parking fees. Main issues are often with technology and third party ticket issuers.2
What are your rights?
You have the right to challenge a decision to clamp your vehicle.
Appealing a car clamp means establishing who clamped your vehicle.
I suggest you contact the telephone number on the wheel clamp and ask for it to be released.
Next, you should:
- Take pictures of where your car is parked
- Take pictures of the wheel clamp
These can be used as evidence if needed.
It is against the law for a private company to place a clamp on a vehicle on private land in Scotland.
If you find they have, I suggest you call the Police.
Janine, our financial expert, advises to formally appeal a parking ticket within 28 days of receipt, providing evidence such as a photo of your car’s registration number if the PCN is incorrect.
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Situation
| Initial Fine | £100 |
| Additional Fees | £171 |
| Total Fine | £271 |
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| Total Fine | £271 |
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How long before it’s unclamped?
According to the DVLA, the amount due should be settled within 24 hours.
A vehicle should typically be unclamped within 24 hours after this.
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