How does CancelMyFine work?

Answer 5 simple questions about your parking fine, and our AI generates a formal appeal letter referencing relevant UK legislation. Pay £4.99 and download your letter as a PDF instantly.

What types of parking fines can I appeal?

We cover private parking charges (ParkingEye, NCP, UKPC etc.), council Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs), and police Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs).

How long does it take?

The whole process takes under 2 minutes. Answer the questions, pay £4.99, and your PDF downloads automatically.

What if my appeal is rejected?

You can escalate for free. Private fines go to POPLA (BPA members) or IAS (IPC members). Council PCNs go to the Traffic Penalty Tribunal.

What is the 28-day rule for parking fines?

The 28-day rule refers to the time limit for appealing a private parking fine to the operator. You have 28 days from the date of the PCN to submit your appeal. Missing this deadline can limit your options.

What is the 14-day rule for parking fines?

The 14-day rule applies in two contexts: paying a council PCN within 14 days for a 50% discount, and the requirement for private operators to serve a Notice to Keeper within 14 days under POFA 2012.

Do weekends count in the 28 days for parking fines?

Yes, the 28-day appeal period includes weekends and bank holidays. It runs from the date of the notice, not the date you received it. If the deadline falls on a weekend, most operators will accept an appeal on the next working day.

28-Day Rule for Parking Fines Explained

The 28-Day Rule — Multiple Meanings

The "28-day rule" is frequently mentioned in parking fine discussions, but it actually refers to several different 28-day periods depending on context. Here's what each one means.

28 Days — Council PCN Payment

If you don't pay a council PCN within 28 days (and haven't appealed), the charge increases by 50%. A £50 charge becomes £75; a £70 charge becomes £105. This is the most commonly referenced "28-day rule."

28 Days — Council PCN Postal Service

If a council PCN is served by post (e.g., for CCTV-captured offences), it must be sent within 28 days of the contravention. If the council sends it late, the PCN may be invalid.

28 Days — Formal Representation

After receiving a Notice to Owner for a council PCN, you have 28 days to make a formal representation. This is a critical deadline that shouldn't be missed.

28 Days — Private Charge Appeal

Most private parking operators give you 28 days from the date of the Parking Charge Notice to submit your initial appeal.

28 Days — Independent Appeals Escalation

After a parking operator rejects your appeal, you have 28 days to escalate to POPLA or IAS. Similarly, after a council rejects your formal representation, you have 28 days to appeal to the Traffic Penalty Tribunal.

Keeping Track

With so many 28-day deadlines, it's important to note the exact dates on each piece of correspondence you receive. Mark the deadlines in your calendar and act well before they expire.

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