sorry mind game pressure

Hi I believe the advice is ignore. Nothing can and will come of this unless it goes to Court which is not viable. It's all about threats and ming game pressure. Anyone want to add to this.

Thanks this is useful information. JT

Hi That's good to hear. Roughly how long is the process from beginning to end - 6 months? JT

Yes I agree, highlighting to businesses Sharks that operate car parks that they rely on for their income is a good lobbying tactic and one which could yield a new type of pressure. Let's do it. Still waiting to hear from someone who has been through the letters and threats and come out of the other side with a smile.

Yes - sorry County Court. So advice is not even one opening (back-off letter) simply silence?

Having now read a great deal on this subject (thanks to sites like this) I feel so much more informed. I am very aware of the tactic to ignore and not be seen as a 'player' ie someone who is prepared to engage and communicate, someone who is maybe worried, someone who is concerned - more importantly someone who is a potentially vulnerable and therefore a victim. I understand this, however there is a also a large school of thought out there which says do this but - and here is the point for discussion, send a first and only letter to them first setting out your store and position. This being an insurance policy which in the highly unlikely event of court proceedings will be looked on favourably by a magistrate. Back to the floor - would appreciate the Experts Views. Thanks

Thanks Kiptower (or should I say Guardian Angel) you have been most helpful - appreciated. I will IGNORE (PERIOD). If anything unexpected happens I will be back in touch - hope you will be available.

Thanks for your comments. This site is about giving people the confidence and strength to take these SHARKS on. Thank You. Is your advice built on personal experiences and or plus Legal background. Thanks again.

Hi Just spent a couple of hours reading all of the stories about CEL and the burning question is exactly this - how many people are there out there involve with this Blog who have shaken CEL off? This morning I too received a PC from CEL and like many others thought I was in a Council Parking Area. I was displaying a valid ticket but was stupidly in the wrong part of the car park ie in the private Starpark bit. My PC shows the period of contravention as 11 minutes, and the amount requested for this pleasure £150 (option to reduce to £75 if paid in 14 days). They have signs in place but I guess most people assume they are part and parcel of the council part of the car park. If they really wanted to stop people they would make it really clear this was Private Land and shoout it not whisper it. I have spoken to a Lawyer who suggested sending a cheque but stating that if they cash it I would take out an action against them in the small claims court! They aslo told me categorically that ignoring could result quite easily in a black mark on my Credit Rating. So not sure given the conflictiong advice fron numerous sources. Are the people giving very clear and specific advice on this Forum qualified? Sorry to ask. Look forward to any replies and Kiptower. Best Trust