Hi there,
I received an intention of prosecution letter from Govia Thameslink. They want me to give them my side of the story.
4 months ago I accidentally & stupidly sat in the first class area I had only a standard oyster card fare for my journey. This is the only alleged offence they intend to prosecute me on. It's the first time I have done this and did not intend to sit there as the train was half empty when I entered.
I was inspected by a RPI, I politely gave him my details, he then put me under caution, he didn't give me a receipt. I asked how I could pay the penalty and that I had cash on me. He said I would be contacted. The chain of events happened quickly and he didn't give me an opportunity to pay a penalty.
Would anyone mind having a look at my response letter? I added an excuse but should I take it out?
Letter attached.
Many thanks...
I received an intention of prosecution letter from Govia Thameslink. They want me to give them my side of the story.
4 months ago I accidentally & stupidly sat in the first class area I had only a standard oyster card fare for my journey. This is the only alleged offence they intend to prosecute me on. It's the first time I have done this and did not intend to sit there as the train was half empty when I entered.
I was inspected by a RPI, I politely gave him my details, he then put me under caution, he didn't give me a receipt. I asked how I could pay the penalty and that I had cash on me. He said I would be contacted. The chain of events happened quickly and he didn't give me an opportunity to pay a penalty.
Would anyone mind having a look at my response letter? I added an excuse but should I take it out?
Letter attached.
Many thanks...
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