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Respond to a fare evasion infringement

Infringement issued by a public-transport officer

Prefer to hand it off?

An autonomous agent can draft the letter, send it (with your approval), and chase the council until it's resolved.

Let's deal with this fare evasion notice. Upload it and tell me whether you'd tagged on or paid. Your card transaction history is usually the clincher.

Attach a photo of your notice, signage, or receipts (click the clip or drag and drop). General information, not legal advice. Enter to send, Shift+Enter for a new line.

Your rights

Land Transport Act 1998 & the authority's public-transport bylaw
Travelling without a valid ticket or smartcard tag-on can be an infringement, but it must be issued correctly and you can put your side.
Right to make representations and elect a hearing
You can ask the authority to withdraw the infringement, or have it decided by the District Court.

Who to contact

Your region's public-transport authority enforcement team.

Timing

Make your representations within 28 days of the infringement notice.

Refund is an independent service. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any council, transport authority or government agency. It provides general information and document drafting to help you exercise your rights, this is not legal advice. For complex or high-value matters, talk to a lawyer or your free local community law centre.