How to Handle a Penalty Charge Notice Once Court Letters Are Issued
Receiving a court letter for a parking matter can be stressful and confusing. Many people assume that once a case reaches this stage, there are no options left. However, that is not true. When a penalty charge notice escalates to court letters or legal notices, it becomes even more important to respond correctly and seek professional guidance. This article explains how to handle such situations calmly and effectively, and how we support individuals and businesses when parking cases reach the legal stage. Understand What a Court Letter Really Means When you receive a court letter related to a penalty charge notice, it usually means the parking operator or authority is taking legal action to recover the alleged amount. This may come in the form of a solicitor’s letter, a pre-action notice, or official court correspondence. At this stage, ignoring the letter can lead to serious consequences such as higher costs, court judgments, or enforcement action. The first step is to understa...