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Traffic Penalty Tribunal
Independent tribunal hearing appeals against council Penalty Charge Notices (parking, bus lane, moving traffic) outside London.
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Overview
The Traffic Penalty Tribunal is the independent appeal body for civil traffic penalties issued by local councils in England (outside London) and Wales. It deals with parking, bus lane, moving traffic, dartford crossing, and ULEZ-style charging appeals. Hearings are usually decided on the papers, with the option of a telephone or video hearing.
What it handles
- Parking PCN appeals (after formal representations rejected)
- Bus lane PCN appeals
- Moving traffic contravention appeals (post-2022 enforcement extension)
- Dartford-Thurrock Crossing charges
Fees
- Appeals: Free
Deadlines
- Notice of Rejection from council → 28 days to appeal
Official sources
https://www.trafficpenaltytribunal.gov.ukRelated guides
Last reviewed: 2026-05-21. This is legal information, not legal advice.