I've just got ChatGPT to write me an appeal. It is much better than I could have worded it. This is for my particular case rather than the circumstances of this original post. I thought I would post it just in case anyone else wanted to use this same template.
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, Zip Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
Traffic and Parking Appeals
Enfield Council
[Address Line 1]
[Address Line 2]
[City, State, Zip Code]
Dear Sir/Madam,
Re: Penalty Charge Notice - Reference Number: [Your PCN Reference Number]
I am writing to formally appeal the Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) I received on [Date of PCN] regarding an alleged violation of the Bus Gate regulation at [Location of the Bus Gate]. I am aware of the seriousness of this matter and kindly request your reconsideration based on the following grounds.
On the day in question, I inadvertently passed through the newly installed Bus Gate, and I must express my genuine remorse for this oversight. I have used this route consistently in the past without encountering any similar restrictions. The recent installation of this Bus Gate caught me unaware, as there was no prior notice or advanced warning indicating the presence of this new road restriction.
As a responsible and law-abiding driver, I strive to comply with all traffic regulations and signage. Unfortunately, there were no clear indications or warnings of this restriction until I was directly in front of the Bus Gate, making it practically impossible for me to avoid unintentional infringement. It was only at this point that I noticed the signage, which was unfamiliar and did not distinctly convey the prohibition of cars passing through the Bus Gate at any time.
I genuinely had no intention of violating the traffic regulations and assure you that I am usually mindful and compliant with all traffic laws. Given the absence of prior notice and the unfamiliarity with the recent changes in signage, I humbly request a reconsideration of the issued penalty.
I am willing to provide any further information or documentation to support my appeal. I kindly urge the council to take into account the circumstances surrounding this incident and consider revoking the penalty charge in this instance.
I sincerely hope that the council will review my appeal favorably and grant leniency in this matter. I assure you of my commitment to abiding by all traffic regulations in the future.
Thank you for considering my appeal. I look forward to a fair and just resolution to this issue.
Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
