Yes i had been sent a letter making me aware of the report to which I did not admit or deny what was written. I simply requested proof that I was in first class because I was unaware I was. An employee submitting a report may deem someone guilty in your mind but it doesn't in mine. Ideally I wanted further proof that on the morning there was sufficient notification that the train I boarded provided a first class service and that it was active. Some services declassify because of heavy congestion. Is there CCTV ? Is that too much to ask?

i didn't think a verbal accusation was enough. I wanted evidence to support his claim. His accounts are also inaccurate on the statement he has provided.

when I asked for evidence of this i simply got a court date letter giving me the option to plead guilty or not guilty. Sorry I am not sure what the mods are? I am a novice.

So it seems I have to admit I am guilty and face the consequences. If i am honest it burns my soul to do this but based on the advise given in the forum its the right thing to do as it seems that no one has found a way of beating the system. I need tips on how I am to structure my response which will get me the lowest fine possible. If anyone can help that would be great.

I think that advise has left me to admit I am guilty and to pay the fine. Its a shame that so many people are caught out regardless of the situation. Thanks for taking the time to reply to this thread.

Thank you. It seems that if I am going to be out of pocket anyway I might as well fight it in court. I do honestly believe that the inspector failed to do his job properly on this occasion if I was in fact sitting in first class.

I don't care what needs to be done so long as I am not paying any money. Who decides on the out of court settlement?

i accept the evidence contained in the statement and please guilty. One option to attend court and the other to not attend court. The third option to plead not guilty and await on another day to be summons.

I have just received a court summons with three options and need a little advise on how to act. On the morning in question I was in a carriage on the Thameslink service from Bedford to Brighton along with 7 people and two kids. We were asked to provide tickets by an inspector which I did so. The inspector took my rail wallet which included my work ID to access my building and previously purchased tickets. I asked for my wallet back to which he refused. He talked to two other passengers before speaking with me and ignored a woman and two kids opposite which I thought was strange. He then asked for my name and address. I questioned this to which he replied that I was in first class. I said I wasn't aware I was and asked for my wallet back. He refused to which I asked if we could resolve the matter at St Pancras as I was very embarrassed and still wasn't sure he was correct. He agreed. When i arrived at St Pancras I waited with an assistant and explained what had happened. After two calls and a search of the platform it was clear the inspector never exited the train. I waited 45 minutes while various members of staff tried to contact the inspector but all failed. I then was cautioned at work for failing to provide my ID that morning. I returned that evening to be told that no one could help and was best if I go to Luton to speak to the shift manager. I was given a free pass to get me there. Once there I was advised to purchase another season ticket and given an address to write to in order to receive my work ID and train tickets. He also informed me that he had spoken to the member of staff and that he thought I was getting off at Farringdon. My belongings were returned by kings cross prosecution department two weeks later. The inspectors statement says I walked away from him. This is not true. He also states that he was asked to meet at city Thameslnk. This is not true. What am I to do? Any advice would be welcome. I know its a bit long winded but I will seek legal advise if all else fails. Thanks for all your help in advance.