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I replied to the Southeastern notice of prosecution letter stating that I wished to appeal. That is the letter for whatever reason was ignored and were the administration error happened. It was not a court administration error.
From what I understand, it was my right to appeal against this...
No... Appeals from the Magistrates court
"Notice of appeal must be given to the court and to the prosecutor within 21 days of the conclusion of your case. You can apply for Representation for the appeal."...
I was taken to court and found guilty in my absence of Fare Evasion on a Southeastern train. (To be clear, I had boarded a train without my wallet.)
I believe an administrative error led to a court summons rather than allowing the fine to be paid, as they say I did not reply to their letter...
LexyBoy: I gave my details under caution because I couldn't pay the on-the-spot fine.
The letter pretty much stated all the above. i.e. "Reply to the notice of prosecution letter, give your version of events -or be taken to court without further notice."
I replied with an in-depth...
BB21: No. I they say they did not receive my reply which means that they had to take me to court.
But I did send a reply to their notice of procession and wanted to negotiate a settlement out of court.
I was taken to court and found guilty in my absence of Fare Evasion on a Southeastern train. (To be clear, I had boarded a train without my wallet.)
I believe an administrative error led to a court summons rather than allowing the fine to be paid, as they say I did not reply to their letter...
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