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71Moderate

Parked in an electric vehicles charging place during restricted hours without charging (off-street)

Typical fine levels

This contravention is typically enforced at Band A (higher level). Amounts are shown as reduced (paid promptly) / full.

Standard parking contravention fine amounts by band and region
BandOutside LondonLondon
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 in a council car park without actively charging.

From the warden's perspective

Warden's note

Same as on-street code 14 but in a car park. Vehicle must be actively charging. A faulty charger with evidence is grounds to challenge.

Common mistakes

Grounds councils sometimes get wrong — worth checking against your PCN and evidence pack.

  • Charging session ended
  • Charger fault
  • Hours not signed

Your rights

Photograph charger fault messages immediately. Challenge if charger was defective.

Tags

  • car park
  • EV charging
  • electric vehicle

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