I received a letter from the Greater Anglia Prosecutions Unit saying that I was questioned about the payment of a rail fare, all the evidence is being considered and that I can reply to the letter if I wish by writing on the back of it with any further comments about the incident.
I recently moved to the UK and I started travelling daily from Tottenham Hale to Ware using a zone 2-4 pass (Ware is outside that zone) based on what someone I knew told me I should do. At the time I thought the ticket was fine and I didn't tap at Ware because I didn't see any turnstiles so I thought I didn't have to. I did this for about a month. I had no idea how the transport system worked so I did it completely unintentionally even though I know I should have been better informed. I thought I was paying the right fare.
Now I received the letter and I was wondering how to answer. I want to get a settlement and pay for what I owe, I really want to avoid having to go to court. Any advice?
Thank you.
I recently moved to the UK and I started travelling daily from Tottenham Hale to Ware using a zone 2-4 pass (Ware is outside that zone) based on what someone I knew told me I should do. At the time I thought the ticket was fine and I didn't tap at Ware because I didn't see any turnstiles so I thought I didn't have to. I did this for about a month. I had no idea how the transport system worked so I did it completely unintentionally even though I know I should have been better informed. I thought I was paying the right fare.
Now I received the letter and I was wondering how to answer. I want to get a settlement and pay for what I owe, I really want to avoid having to go to court. Any advice?
Thank you.