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Speeding and other criminal offences / Re: Contesting Unnecessary Obstruction Charge
« on: September 06, 2025, 10:40:42 am »Having looked at streetview the only thing I could think of is that it is the approach to traffic lights, but I have always thought, and could be wrong, that it is only zig zags that would enforce an approach to lights, and common sense would kick in that you wouldn't park near a crossing/lights, but the distance here would almost certainly not be relevant here.
I'd say the officer has got it wrong, although on 2 different years on streetview there are suspension notices on the fence, but as above going to court to prove your point could end up becoming quite costly if the court find against you, and then end up with a larger fine and costs.
It may be one to speak with the local councillor about otherwise take the £30 on the chin.
I had photos of the day I received the parking notice and there wasn't a parking suspension notice nearby. When I enquired, the police also didn't quote this as a reason for the notice. I've just made the payment though because I think even though I'm more likely in the right, it's not worth the stress and uncertainty when this is taken to court. It's a good idea to write to the local councillor though and that may give me some closure! Thanks for the idea.
