Prosecuted

[celesti888]

I have paid the fine for not tapping out on the Victoria line however I’m afraid that the record remains. How will this affect my future? Seems to be a bit harsh for the minor offence if this will hinder my life

 

[greatkingrat]

What actually happened? Were you given a penalty fare or were you reported for prosecution?

 

[celesti888]

I was just in court and paid a minimum fine. They said it’s on my record but not sure for how long it will be there

 

[greatkingrat]

The conviction will be spent after 12 months so will no longer appear on any standard DBS checks. If you work in a role that requires enhanced DBS it may still appear.

 

[celesti888]

So after 12 months my life can resume?

 

[WesternLancer]

So after 12 months my life can resume?

Have a look at the website run by the charity 'unlocked' for more information

 

[AlterEgo]

So after 12 months my life can resume?

Having an unspent conviction does not mean your life is on hold. A conviction is a matter of public record, effectively for all time, but the law here means in most circumstances you have no obligation to disclose convictions which become "spent" - which yours will be after one year. You should direct any enquiries to Unlock: https://unlock.org.uk/ - they are a charity which can help with this.