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Road Traffic & Motoring

Updated 2026-05-21

Parking ticket challenge deadline checker

Council PCN, bus lane PCN, moving traffic PCN — what's your formal representation or appeal deadline?

Calculator — accuracy depends on current rates

This calculator uses the rules and figures published on the dates shown. Rates, thresholds, and fees change — always verify the current figure on the official government website before paying or filing. The output is not legal advice.

Rates current as of: 2026-06-12.

Privacy: runs entirely in your browser. Nothing you enter is sent to us or saved.

When to use this tool

You've received a Penalty Charge Notice from a council, or a Parking Charge Notice from a private operator, and want to work out the appeal deadline.

Parking ticket challenge deadline

Date the PCN was issued

For a council PCN, the discount window is 14 days from issue (28 days if served by post).

Next steps

Read the full guide

Challenging a Parking Ticket (PCN)How to challenge a council or private parking ticket, including grounds for appeal and time limits.

Official Resources

Traffic Penalty Tribunal →POPLA — private parking appeals →