Hi everyone,
I recently received a parking ticket for contravention code 46 (Stopped where prohibited on a red route or clearway) outside 369-375 Holloway Road N7, under TFL's jurisdiction. I had parked there while quickly popping into a shop to exchange a VR headset and Xbox, thinking I could park for 20 minutes as I was technically loading. I now realise that shopping does not count as loading.
I was only in the shop for about 10 minutes, but I made the mistake of thinking the same parking rules applied the following day, so I parked there again. I've requested the video evidence from TFL, as I've been following discussions about the legality of CCTV-based penalties. Although it seems courts have sided with TFL on this matter, I'm hoping to get some advice on whether there's any point in contesting this ticket given it was an honest mistake.
Here's the location on
Google Maps for reference:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/6QM7JwD8XgpXzZdb6 Any advice on how to proceed or if there's a viable defense would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks in advance for your help!
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