Conditional offer and how to pay
Q - I’ve received a conditional offer, what does this mean?
A - A conditional offer of fixed penalty is an out of court disposal, which consists of a £100 fine and penalty points.
There is no need to send your physical licence to the Fixed Penalty Office in order to comply with the terms of the conditional offer. However, you will have to supply certain driving licence details within the time limits provided within your fixed penalty notice in order to comply with these terms..
Q - I am a new driver, will I lose my licence?
A - This is a decision that is made by the DVLA; however, it is probable that If you receive 6 or more penalty points in the first two years after gaining your full licence, they will revoke your licence and you will be required to retake your practical and theory tests.
Q - Can I pay by instalments?
A - Please refer to HMCTS fixed penalty office
Q - How long do the Penalty Points stay on their driving licence?
A - Penalty points are valid for three years, however they remain visible on your driving licence for four years.
How can I pay?
Pay Online
Please follow the link : https://penaltynotice.homeoffice.gov.uk
To make a payment online you will need the following information.
- Your 16 Digit Reference
- Your Offence Code
- Your Offence Date
Pay By Phone
0300 1231 481 – 24 hour automated payment line
To make a payment using the 24 hour payment line will need the following information
- Your 16 Digit Reference
There is no need to send your physical licence to the Fixed Penalty Office in order to comply with the terms of this conditional offer. However, you will have to supply certain driving licence details within the time limits provided within your fixed penalty notice in order to comply with these terms. If, on submission of your driving licence details the additional penalty points for this offence results in your total current points being 12 or more then the fixed penalty procedure will not be available to you. You will be notified if this is the case, your payment will be refunded, and you will receive notification of the Court process in due course.
Pay by Cheque or Postal Order
Please ensure that cheques/postal orders are made payable to HMCTS with your 16 Digit Reference written on the reverse and send it to :
HMCTS Regional Fixed Penalty Office
PO BOX 223
Leeds
LS27 1DN
There is no need to send your physical licence to the Fixed Penalty Office in order to comply with the terms of this conditional offer. However, you will have to supply certain driving licence details within the time limits provided within your fixed penalty notice in order to comply with these terms. If, on submission of your driving licence details the additional penalty points for this offence results in your total current points being 12 or more then the fixed penalty procedure will not be available to you. You will be notified if this is the case, your payment will be refunded, and you will receive notification of the Court process in due course.
Please note that post-dated cheques will not be accepted. Do not send cash through the post.
Any enquiries relating to the payment or your licence must be directed to HMCTS Regional Fixed Penalty Office on 0113 307 6642
Disclaimer
The information given on this website is compiled by West Yorkshire Safety Camera Partnership from a variety of sources and every effort is made to ensure it is accurate. However, no liability will be accepted by West Yorkshire Safety Camera Partnership or its agents if it isn't.