Contravention code 24
Official description
Not parked correctly within the markings of the bay or space
What this means
The authority says your vehicle was not properly inside the marked bay.
Penalty level
This code is normally charged at the lower band. Bands differ between authorities, so the amount on your notice is authoritative.
Questions this usually turns on
- Were the bay markings complete and visible, or worn away?
- How much of the vehicle was outside the bay?
- Was another vehicle or an obstruction preventing correct parking?
Evidence commonly relevant
Road markings and bay lines
Photograph the lines on the road and the kerb next to your vehicle. Include any gaps, wear or missing markings.
Worn, incomplete or absent markings can matter to whether a restriction is enforceable.
Where your vehicle was
Take one photo from the front and one from the back, far enough away to show the vehicle, the bay and the nearest signs together.
Shows the position the authority is describing, from your point of view.
The authority’s photographs
Most London authorities publish the enforcement photos online using your PCN number and vehicle registration. Download them and upload them here.
These are the images the authority will rely on. Reviewing them early tells you what you are actually arguing against.
Procedure
A local-authority PCN follows the statutory process: a reduced amount is normally payable within the discount period, you may challenge the notice, and if a Notice to Owner is served you may make formal representations on specific statutory grounds. If those are rejected you may appeal to an independent adjudicator.
National list of parking contravention codes used by London enforcement authorities · https://www.londoncouncils.gov.uk/services/parking-services/parking-and-traffic/contravention-codes
This record has not yet been reviewed by a qualified person. Always check the wording printed on your own notice.
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