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    Avoid a parking fine with the 10-minute grace period

    Wondering how you can avoid a pesky parking fine?

    You might not know, but if you overstay by just a few minutes in a council-run car park in England, you shouldn't get a parking ticket. That's because a grace period exists which gives drivers a 10-minute window to get back to their car after their ticket's expired.

    Read on to find out when the 10–minute grace period applies.

    What is the 10-minute grace period?

    The 10-minute grace period was introduced by the government on 6 April 2015. Since then, drivers have avoided a hefty fine if they overstay by up to 10 minutes (as long as they parked in regulated street spaces or car parks run by councils).

    The Department of Transport advises that any Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) issued within the 10-minute grace period is illegal. That's unless the vehicle is parked unlawfully, like if the driver hasn't paid the parking fee or displayed a parking ticket where required.


    What does the law say?

    The Government's statutory guidance to local authorities includes that "enforcement should be sensitive, fair and proportionate".

    It goes on to argue: "This would not be the case if a driver received a penalty charge notice (PCN) for returning to their vehicle only moments after the expiry of a period of permitted parking.”

    Legislation was then put in place in 2015 to uphold this.* The law says "No penalty charge is payable for the contravention where the vehicle has been left beyond the permitted parking period for a period not exceeding 10 minutes."


    When does the 10-minute grace period apply?

    The grace period applies in England in regulated on-street parking bays or in a car park run by the council. Itonly applies if you've parked properly and have the correct ticket in place, which expired less than 10 minutes ago.

    It doesn't apply in these situations:

    • In council car parks in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
    • In private car parks (these have their own enforcement).
    • If you've parked incorrectly, for example over 2 parking bays or on a double yellow line.
    • If you never bought a ticket in the first place.

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    Why does the grace period exist?

    We campaigned for a long time that it was unfair to charge a £40 fine for a few minutes' overstay.

    Some councils were sympathetic when drivers challenged parking tickets and gave reasons for an overstay. But others strictly enforced their parking fines.

    That meant it was a postcode lottery as to whether or not you'd get a fine for being a few minutes late. Since the government brought in an official grace period, drivers have had a small degree of leeway and a legal option to challenge a ticket.

    Edmund King, AA President, said, "There wouldn’t have been a need for central government to interfere if all local authorities had exercised the discretionary approach to parking enforcement of old. Parking tickets were supposed to be a deterrent to bad behaviour, not a fines harvest.”


    Can I appeal against a parking ticket overstay?

    If you've been issued a fine for an overstay of just a few minutes, you can contest it.

    Follow this advice to stay on the right side of the rules:

    • Keep your parking tickets - If you're sent a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) through the post days later, the ticket provides the evidence you need to support a ’10-minute rule’ appeal.
    • Consider where you park - The 10-minute rule doesn't apply to yellow lines, but does apply to short stay free parking, such as ‘park up to two hours, no return in two’. You won't have a ticket as evidence though.
    • Watch out for private car parks - The 10-minute rule doesn't apply to privately and commercially-run car parks which aren't operated under a local authority Parking Place Regulation.
    • Know how to recognise council parking - Notice boards at council-run car parks refer to Penalty charges, while those at privately-operated car parks refer to a Parking Charge Notice.
    • You can still appeal - Regardless of the 10-minute grace period, you can still challenge the council if the ticket is unjust or if there were genuine mitigating circ*mstances, such as a breakdown.

    * The specific legislation is the Civil Enforcement of Parking Contraventions (England) General (Amendment) Regulations 2015 (S.I. 2015/561) which amended S.I. 2007/3483, The Civil Enforcement of Parking Contraventions (England) General Regulations 2007. legislation.gov.uk

    Published: 7 April 2015 | Updated: 27 August 2019

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    Parking ticket 10 minute grace period (2024)

    FAQs

    What does the 10 minute grace period mean? ›

    This means that if you are running late and arrive back at your car a few minutes after the ticket expiry time, you will not receive a fine.

    Does parking have a grace period? ›

    You should be given a few minutes after your parking runs out – called a 'grace period'.

    Is there a parking grace period in NYC? ›

    Parking Grace Period

    Drivers have a 5-minute grace period for parking meter and Alternate Side Parking zones. The law gives drivers an extra 5 minutes past the expired time on the parking meter receipt and Alternate Side Parking signs. During the grace period, parking tickets cannot be issued.

    Is there a grace period for NCP parking? ›

    Additionally, you don't need to panic if you've used NCP's services but forgot to pay. It is because the NCP website offers an 'online pay later' option, providing a grace period for payment. But keep in mind that you have to make the payment within 24 hours of leaving the car park.

    What is the grace period rule? ›

    A period of time during which a debtor is not required to make payments on a debt or will not be charged a fee. For example, most credit cards offer a grace period of 20 to 30 days before interest is charged on purchases; as long as you pay your bill in full within the grace period, you won't owe any interest.

    How does a grace period work? ›

    A grace period is the period between the end of a billing cycle and the date your payment is due. During this time, you may not be charged interest as long as you pay your balance in full by the due date. Credit card companies are not required to give a grace period.

    Is there a 10 minute grace period for parking Scotland? ›

    You might be given 5 or 10 minutes after your parking runs out, called a grace period. There's no fixed length for a grace period - it depends on the code of conduct of the parking company or the local council. You should be given a reasonable amount of time to leave a car park if you decide not to park.

    How long can you keep your car on and parked? ›

    Never let the engine idle while parked for longer than 30 seconds, according to the EPA. Realistically, 30 seconds isn't long enough to harm something, but several extended idles can. Overheating might result from running the engine for a few hours to a day.

    What happens if you put a car in park before it stops? ›

    Ordinarily, putting the transmission in park while the car is moving will instantly stop all moving parts, and basically destroy something. However, modern cars often have some safety mechanism that prevents the pawl from activating until the car has stopped. As long as you weren't going fast. Many people do this.

    How much is a late parking ticket in NYC? ›

    After 30 days, an additional $10 is added to the fine amount. After 60 days, an additional $20 is added to the fine and first penalty. After 90 days, an additional $30 is added to the fine and both penalties.

    How much is a parking fine in NYC? ›

    Give those pesky car boots the boot and pay attention when parking. Some parking tickets can cost as low as $60 and as high as $125 depending on a number of factors.

    Can you extend parking in NYC? ›

    Extend a Parking Session

    If you purchase a parking session through ParkNYC that is shorter than the maximum time limit for the parking zone, you have the option of extending your time before your current parking session ends. You can extend your time only up to the maximum time limit for the parking zone.

    Is there a grace period for parking BPA? ›

    Penalty Charge Notices

    A Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) is commonly known as a parking ticket. If the location is one where parking is normally permitted, Local Authorities in England and Wales operate a Grace Period at the end of the parking period of 10 minutes.

    How do car parks work? ›

    Some car parks operate on a pay-and-display system, in which a ticket is purchased from a cashier or ticket machine and displayed in the vehicle's front window. Parking enforcement officers then check for compliance.

    What if I lost my NCP parking ticket? ›

    The best way to let us know you've lost your ticket is to email us at ncp.cancellations@ncp.co.uk. We'll organise a replacement Season Ticket for you. The first replacement is free, after which there is a fee of £5 plus VAT for each further replacement ticket.

    What is an example of a grace period? ›

    For example, if your billing cycle ends on the first of each month and your bill is due on the 22nd of the month, your grace period is 21 days.

    What does a grace period mean in college? ›

    The grace period is a set period of time after you graduate, leave school, or drop below half-time enrollment before you must begin repayment on your loan. To determine the length of your grace period, check your promissory note. Learn more about beginning loan repayment.

    What is the grace period in school? ›

    Each assignment for this course has a due date, with a grace period to allow for those times when life does get in the way. Students may submit assignments up through the grace period date without penalty and without requesting an extension.

    What happens if you miss grace period? ›

    If you go past the grace period, you may completely lose coverage without any possibility of reinstatement.

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