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I started paying in 3 monthly payments

But now can't afford too. They have taken me to court for another fine they made up as i have a blue parking badge,and the court has offered mediation but I've heard  nothing since.....this new one I offered 3 monthly payments I've said I can't afford, they're texting me, calling me, sending letters, what do I do?  They said I'm committed  to paying because I paid 1 payment because they scared me.

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  • B789
    B789 Posts: 3,441 Forumite
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    Who are "they"? Without knowing who "they" are, it is very difficult to assist you.
  • Ddd12
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    I felt threatened 😔 
  • Trainerman
    Trainerman Posts: 1,329 Forumite
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    edited 26 July 2023 at 6:07PM
    Yes well, if the "they" are debt collectors, you are being threatened. It is what they do. As others have said, the experts on here can help you with all that IF you give the details needed....such as who are the PPC, their 'legal reps' , where, when and why the PCN and so on
    The pen is mightier than the sword ..... and I have many pens.
  • Coupon-mad
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    edited 26 August 2023 at 12:59PM
    Just ignore them.  Block their number. You've actually set yourself up as a target by agreeing to pay. That's why they are now bombarding you with calls.

    However, I suggest you ask your own local MP to write to them (the parking firm and the aggressive bullyboy debt collector) telling them you won't pay another penny, are aware you've been scammed and they must cease and desist with this harassment of a vulnerable, disabled consumer.
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  • Umkomaas
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    edited 26 July 2023 at 7:17PM
    Ddd12 said:
    I felt threatened 😔 
    Not by anyone here, giving of their own time and expertise free of charge (look up the cost of that at your local solicitors, even if they're prepared to take on a private parking charge!). 
    Please note, we are not a legal advice forum. I personally don't get involved in critiquing court case Defences/Witness Statements, so unable to help on that front. Please don't ask. .

    I provide only my personal opinion, it is not a legal opinion, it is simply a personal one. I am not a lawyer.

    Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day; show him how to catch fish, and you feed him for a lifetime.

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