Thread: Urgent help needed - N244

Hi. A couple of years ago we moved house and the only address we forgot to change was our car registration. We only realised a few months ago and changed it as soon as we could. Shortly after updating our address, I received a Final demand from a bailiff stating that they would seize our goods if an amount of £500 wasnt paid within a couple of days. I immediately tried to find out what it was related to and it turned out to be a moving violation ticket. We obviously never received the fine or the subsequent debt collection letters as they were being sent to our previous address. I paid the amount in full as it was the only way to stop the bailiff clamping our car and then I submitted a Statutory Declaration / Witness Statement out of time and explained the situation.
I received notice yesterday (06-July-09) that my application was refused, but I can request a review of this under rule 75.5 (2). However I have to apply under rule 23.3 within 7 days from the date the order is drawn - which is today!
I tried to look this all up but its pretty confusing. I think I have to submit form N244 but Im not sure how to go about completing the form. Also, it sounds like I have to pay a fee, but Im not sure how much? Finally I cant believe it took 6 days to get to me leaving me only 1 day to submit my request.
Is it worth trying to get this form in? How much do I have to pay and is it worth it?

Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks

just seen this post. too late...... given the frequency of this event we may need an "All you need to know about N244" sticky. I would guess that there is plenty here already from tomtubby. meanwhile have a good look at this page Bailiff,warrant of execution,seizure,Replevi n,Impounding,Financial warrant,PND’s,distress Warrant especially see what it says about the life of the warrant. it dies after 12 months. bailiffs have been known to lie so you must get to know your rights and insist upon them.