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Thank you to everyone that offered advise on this matter. I am pleased to tell you all that it has been resolved.
I sent an email to the appeals/disputes department explaining that I had not received previous correspondence and wished to sort without the need for court
Received an email this...
Thanks again everyone. I’m speaking to the union tomorrow with regards of what to tell my employer/professional bodies.
not sure If anyone can answer but as there hasn’t been a conviction yet, could I try re-contacting northern rail and attempting an out of court fine or is it in the courts...
Bit of an update ...
I managed to speak to a lovely lady at the court and she gave me some clarification on the matter.
My case was looked at my the magistrate and decided from my ‘guilty plea’ and the circumstances put forward that they hear from the northern rail prosecutor?
It’s a case heard...
I’d just like to thank everyone for trying to help .... much appreciated.
I’m hoping tomorrow I can get some answers whether that be through legal help (I’m going to contact unison), a solicitor or through the court.
It’s nobody’s fault other than my own, just hope it doesn’t effect my career...
Thanks for replying ... I filled in the expenditure sheet - it shows me as having roughly £33 left at the end of each month - which is accurate. I’m having financial difficulties at the moment and on the expenditure sheet wrote that and am dealing with stepwise charity to consolidate debts. I...
Thanks everyone .... all very confusing with what I’m reading!
Is there a reason why my attachments aren’t being uploaded? I’ve covered any personal and sensitive information.
Thank you
I shall try uploading again ... I have no understanding of the legal side. I understand I’ve done wrong by not buying the ticket and not paying within the 21days (extremely careless of me)
But everything after is overwhelming...
And this is the email I sent to them on the 11/2 after instruction to do so by staff... I never heard anything back until this ‘summons on referral to court...
To whom it may concern,
I am writing with regards to the above account and to offer a late plea and explanation.
I received a letter...
Thank you for your kind words Brian - I am extremely stressed and feel the 2 weeks they have given me isn’t much to get organised, especially legal advice, given the current situation. My work pressures are ridiculous. I just wish I didn’t have to face this.
Good god, cannot believe It’s come to this - I’m absolutely petrified. Would you suggest a solicitor at this stage, even though I’ve already been convicted? Thanks again for your advice.
Hiya, Thanks for the information - would there be any for me to attend court though, surely they could have sent a letter with a fine if they’ve accepted my plea?