Look at this! I got a parking ticket. Do you see that disc thing? What you have to do is set that to your time of arrival. Because I am getting really old and my ability to function correctly is, on the odd occasion, somewhat diminished, I inadvertently set it to the wrong time.
I agree that I am a silly old fool. But I do not agree that a genuine mistake should be punished with a hefty fine of £50.00. They call it an excess charge. I call it an excessive charge.
The powers that be have rejected my challenge to this charge. I have rejected their rejection. I phoned the Council Dept responsible and told them this. I told them I will see them in court!
I'm not angry. I'm not even particularly upset. But I do think this is unfair. That is why I have decided to fight this. That, and the fact that I can be a stubborn old so and so when the mood takes me.
I will not hear anything for 28 days. Then their legal proceedings will begin. I'm looking forward to the fight. Besides, I've been thinking of taking up a new hobby!
PS. Sorry about the untidy state of my cars interior.
Welcome to Bleak House (I hope not)
ReplyDeleteCan't stop...off to buy paint for my "FREE JOHN"
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Go get 'em!
ReplyDeleteYou stick to your guns, John! Excessive I agree! I hope the court costs aren't higher than the fine!
ReplyDeleteGo get em :)
ReplyDeleteGood luck John!
ReplyDeleteGood luck John!! Been there before!!
ReplyDeleteOh-oh...here we go John. It'll be interesting how much more this will cost you. Good luck. Maa
ReplyDeleteI'd LOVE to rip out every parking meter in the city. I HATE them with a passion. Right on!
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