I sent a cheque for £10 to Parking Eye adding disabled appeal, but they've rejected it. What now?

Since my last email to you I sent a cheque for £10 to Parking Eye as you advised adding disabled appeal, my age (80), 13 mins over time limit etc. I've received today a Final Notice with the charge upped to £120 and threats of debt collectors, court proceedings and bailiffs attending my address to remove goods if I don’t pay. They also accuse me of 'parking abuse'. Please do you have any further advice?

Asked on 22 October 2010 by AW, via email

Answered by Honest John

Write back telling reminding them of their legal obligation to use a court near where you live and tell them you will see them in it. They will try to intimidate you into paying, but legally this is a contractual matter and they have no grounds or right to inflict this 'penalty' on you without a court order. Any further harassment, report them to the police for threatening behaviour. Helpful FAQ at: www.honestjohn.co.uk/faq/parking-fines

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