Dunta
New Member
Hi all, I am a 19 year old university student who was caught by inspectors coming out of a train station for not having paid the initial fare as I came in. I'm sure you've all heard it before.
I did this because I wanted to save time due to being late for a job I recently got, and because of how expensive fares could be when added up. I'm from a low-income family and so I am highly conscientious of the daily fee.
I panicked on the spot when I was caught and tried to make excuses and such, for example feigning that I actually paid, and they referred it to Transport for London (TfL) who have just sent me a letter which has been attached.
Since then I have planned to purchase a travelcard monthly, since my new job for the summer has inspired me to be more disciplined and manage my money well. In that case I look at fare avoidance as a blight on my character that I simply want to blot out at this point. I'm just concerned that TfL won't care, and they will most certainly refer me to court for a prosecution even if I admit my guilt, show my regret, and offer to be as forthcoming as possible. They seem to be the most cold-hearted of the lot.
I have contacted a solicitors and their receptionist has referred me to one for a consultation. I am now waiting, but can't shake off this incident in my mind, and so I am constantly worried. Would any of you have any good advice for me that would reassure? I am more than happy to admit guilt and pay a fine. I just don't want a criminal record.
Thank you so much
I did this because I wanted to save time due to being late for a job I recently got, and because of how expensive fares could be when added up. I'm from a low-income family and so I am highly conscientious of the daily fee.
I panicked on the spot when I was caught and tried to make excuses and such, for example feigning that I actually paid, and they referred it to Transport for London (TfL) who have just sent me a letter which has been attached.
Since then I have planned to purchase a travelcard monthly, since my new job for the summer has inspired me to be more disciplined and manage my money well. In that case I look at fare avoidance as a blight on my character that I simply want to blot out at this point. I'm just concerned that TfL won't care, and they will most certainly refer me to court for a prosecution even if I admit my guilt, show my regret, and offer to be as forthcoming as possible. They seem to be the most cold-hearted of the lot.
I have contacted a solicitors and their receptionist has referred me to one for a consultation. I am now waiting, but can't shake off this incident in my mind, and so I am constantly worried. Would any of you have any good advice for me that would reassure? I am more than happy to admit guilt and pay a fine. I just don't want a criminal record.
Thank you so much