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ian@huth · 25-02-2005, 13:03

No one can force you to pay an on the spot fine. They are there to reduce the cost of proceedings which could end up being paid by the taxpayer. Most people getting on the spot fines know that they have committed the crime and would rather pay it than go to court and maybe having to pay even more. You always have the option not to pay and ultimately have the offence tried in court and face the consequences, whatever these may be. You pay an on the spot fine because you know you are guilty and it is the most convenient and cheapest way out. You don't pay if you think you are not guilty and want to risk the outcome of a court appearance.

25-02-2005, 13:03	#77
ian@huth Inactive Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Huthwaite, Nottinghamshire Services: VM 10Mb, TU, 1xSky HD, 2xSky+ (HD,all packs, sports & movies) 2xDVD PVR's, Freesat Freeview & other Posts: 4,536	Re: Road Traffic Act No one can force you to pay an on the spot fine. They are there to reduce the cost of proceedings which could end up being paid by the taxpayer. Most people getting on the spot fines know that they have committed the crime and would rather pay it than go to court and maybe having to pay even more. You always have the option not to pay and ultimately have the offence tried in court and face the consequences, whatever these may be. You pay an on the spot fine because you know you are guilty and it is the most convenient and cheapest way out. You don't pay if you think you are not guilty and want to risk the outcome of a court appearance.