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If you receive a letter or court summons from a train company for fare evasion, it is very important to seek legal advice to resolve matters as you may be fined and/or receive a criminal conviction if found guilty.
We at Manak Solicitors understand that this will be an extremely anxious time in your life, especially with the threat of a criminal conviction which can impact on your employment and family life.
Samir Moftah is an experienced fare evasion solicitor having represented clients for many years who have received correspondence from a train company or their agent threatening prosecution. Samir has successfully secured out of court settlements for countless clients and has a good working relationship with prosecutors of various train companies. He is well placed to assess your case, advise on strategy and prospects of success.
We are able to have a 15-minute free discussion to establish that we can help you and to talk you through the next steps. Should you wish to proceed, we will provide you with a fixed fee for us to negotiate with the train company in an attempt to settle the matter. Should your matter be settled, this would resolve the matter without you receiving a criminal record.
Samir deals with every train company across England, but most frequently the following;
West Midlands Railways
Samir has represented many clients over the years who have received correspondence from Transport Investigations who act as agents on behalf of train companies such as Chiltern Railways.
We have dealt with a number of scenarios such as short tickets multiple times, expired railcards and cases where there are no tickets at all.
We are able to resolve matters out of court for clients and have a very good relationship with Transport Investigations.
All cases will be dealt with personally by Samir for you which will ensure you are advised correctly and that your case is undertaken in the best possible way. Equally, if you have been found guilty in your absence for fare evasion, we are able to assist you in re-opening a case and ensuring any conviction is set aside.
Facing a fare evasion allegation can be stressful, but Manak Solicitors is here to help. Led by experienced fare evasion solicitor Samir Moftah, we specialise in resolving fare evasion cases across the UK, including but not limited to Transport for London (TfL), South Western Railway, LNER, Govia Thameslink, Chiltern Railways, and Southeastern.
Fare evasion involves travelling on public transport without a valid ticket or intentionally avoiding payment. This includes using an invalid discount card (e.g., a Freedom Pass or student Oyster card), short-faring (buying a ticket for a shorter journey), or boarding without a ticket. Under Section 5(3) of the Regulation of Railways Act 1889 or Railway Byelaws, fare evasion is a criminal offence, potentially leading to fines, prosecution, or a criminal record. Manak Solicitors can help you avoid these consequences by negotiating out-of-court settlements.
If stopped by a revenue protection officer (RPO), they may:
You’ll typically receive a letter from the transport company asking for mitigation or notifying you of prosecution. Ignoring this can lead to a court summons. Contact Manak Solicitors immediately to resolve your case and avoid a criminal conviction. We would recommend contacting us before you have received a letter so that we can resolve matters promptly. Train companies have up to six months to prosecute, so we can significantly shorter the time to resolve matters.
Yes, if prosecuted and found guilty, fare evasion can result in a criminal record, which may impact on employment, visa applications, or professional memberships. Convictions can appear for 11 years on enhanced DBS checks. Manak Solicitors, led by Samir Moftah, has a 100% success rate in securing out-of-court settlements to help you avoid a criminal record on all train companies save for TFL where he still enjoys a high success rate.
Our expert fare evasion solicitor, Samir Moftah, has over 12 years of experience and has settled over 1,000 cases between May 2021 and June 2024 alone. We offer:
Call us at 07731868916 for a free 15 minute discussion to ascertain how we can help you.
Manak Solicitors has extensive experience with all major UK transport operators, including:
Our strong relationships with prosecutors ensure high success rates in out-of-court settlements.
Do not ignore the letter or summons, as this can escalate to prosecution. Instead:
We can often resolve cases before they reach court, saving you stress and avoiding a criminal record.
Unlike many firms that charge hourly rates, we offer a fixed-fee service. Our initial consultation costs £125, during which we assess your case and agree on a fixed fee for representation. Early intervention reduces costs for you and the train company, improving settlement chances. Call us to discuss affordable options tailored to your needs.
Yes, out-of-court settlements are often possible, especially with early legal intervention. Samir Moftah has successfully settled thousands of cases, including complex ones involving repeated offences. For example, we settled a case for a client who evaded fares for three years, avoiding court and preserving their employment. We negotiate directly with prosecutors to achieve the best outcome.
A conviction can lead to:
For professionals (e.g., lawyers, doctors, or civil servants) or visa holders, the impact can be severe. Manak Solicitors prioritises avoiding convictions to protect your future.
If you were convicted in absentia (e.g., via the Single Justice Procedure), we can help. We assist with statutory declaration applications to reverse convictions and negotiate out-of-court settlements. Samir Moftah has successfully reopened cases, ensuring convictions are set aside. Contact us immediately to address this issue.
To have a criminal record for fare evasion, you must be found guilty of an offence or plead guilty at Court. This is done in various forms such as responding to a single justice procedure notice or pleading guilty in person at a court hearing.
Different rail providers bring different charges under different laws depending on the circumstances. There are two most common laws used when prosecuting that we say time and time again.
If you are charged under Regulation of Railways Act 1889 and are found guilty, you will have a criminal record for a year if you receive the typical sentence which would be a fine. How long a conviction remains on your record is governed by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, within England and Wales. This will appear on a standard and enhanced DBS check.
If you are found guilty or plead guilty under a Railway Bye law, this will result in a criminal record for a year if you have received a fine only. A Byelaw does not appear on standard DBS checks but can appear on an enhanced check. Most employers or regulatory bodies will require disclosure of a conviction in any event which can result in loss of employment or loss of the right to practise within certain careers.
When applying for a new job, you must carefully consider the question asked of you. Most employers will not require spent convictions to be disclosed, but in certain professions they will be required.
We would urge you to contact us to help you avoid a criminal record. You will find us sympathetic, knowledgeable and proactive. We will analyse your case and put together the best strategy for your case to give you the best chance of avoiding a conviction.
With Manak Solicitors, many cases are resolved within days or weeks, depending on complexity. We have even been known to settle cases same day for some clients. Early intervention is key to swift resolution, so call us as soon as you’re contacted by a train company.
Don’t let a fare evasion allegation derail your future. Whether you’re facing a TfL prosecution, a Southeastern court summons, or a Chiltern Railways investigation, Manak Solicitors can help.
Call Samir Moftah at 07731868916 or 01689 870769 or send an enquiry to [email protected]. Act now to avoid a criminal record and resolve your case quickly.
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Manak Solicitors is a trading name of Manak Lawyers Limited registered at Companies’ House in England & Wales Company Number: 09877015
Manak Lawyers Limited is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under SRA No. 627738, 628462, 648124, 8009629 & 8011568
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Manak Solicitors is a trading name of Manak Lawyers Limited registered at Companies’ House in England & Wales Company Number: 09877015
Manak Lawyers Limited is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under SRA No. 627738, 628462, 648124, 8009629 & 8011568
Manak Lawyers Limited does not accept service by fax or email
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