Do I have to pay a private parking charge?

Private parking charges are contractual, not fines. You are only liable as the keeper if the operator followed the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 requirements exactly. Over 50% of POPLA appeals succeed.

How do I appeal a council parking ticket?

You have 28 days from the PCN date to make an informal challenge. If rejected, you receive a Notice to Owner and have 28 days to make a formal representation. If that fails, you can appeal to the Traffic Penalty Tribunal for free.

How long do I have to appeal?

For council PCNs, 28 days from the date of issue. For private parking charges, 28 days from the original notice. The 50% discount is typically frozen during the appeal process.

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