Parked in an electric vehicles charging place during restricted hours without charging
Typical fine levels
This contravention is typically enforced at Band A (higher level). Amounts are shown as reduced (paid promptly) / full.
| Band | Outside London | London |
|---|---|---|
| Band A (higher)Typical for this code | £50 / £100 | £65 / £130 |
| Band B (lower) | £25 / £50 | £50 / £100 |
Fine amounts vary by council. The amounts shown are the standard levels set under the Civil Enforcement of Parking Contraventions regulations. Always check the exact amount on your Penalty Charge Notice.
Fine amounts are set by your issuing council and may differ. Always check the amount stated on your actual PCN.
Overview
Parked in an EV charging bay without actively charging your vehicle.
From the warden's perspective
Warden's note
Growth area for enforcement. The vehicle must be actively connected and charging. Simply being an electric vehicle does not entitle you to park there without charging. CEOs check for charging cable connection.
Common mistakes
Grounds councils sometimes get wrong — worth checking against your PCN and evidence pack.
- Charging session ended but vehicle remained
- Cable connected but charging not initiated
- Charger fault preventing charging
- Restricted hours not clearly signed
Your rights
If the charger was faulty and you can evidence this (photo of error message), the council should cancel the PCN.
Tags
- EV charging
- electric vehicle
- charging bay