Seven top tips to fight parking tickets, it turns out private companies are now handing out 30,000 fines every day

AUTO EXPERTS shared top tips to fight parking tickets as private companies now hand out 30,000 fines every day.

Christmas shoppers are being warned to be extra careful when parking amid reports of private parking companies handing out record numbers of fines.

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car experts from Quotezone.co.uk have urged drivers to check restrictions before going shopping.

The large number of fines equates to one every three seconds, with private operators expected to generate £1billion in revenue from parking tickets alone.

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The most important part of getting a parking ticket is not ignoring the fine.

This can lead to a significant increase in the fine, a debt enforcement measure or even a court order.

It is worth knowing what type of parking ticket it is, as formal entities and private companies have different complaints procedures.

Acting fast can save you a lot of money – don’t miss out on the 50% discount if you pay too long.

It is important to have evidence to back up claims.

The easiest way to prove that no parking rules were violated is to provide photo or video evidence.

If it is not possible to find photo or video evidence in certain situations, the next step is to provide any witness statements.

If illegal parking is excused by a medical emergency or condition, drivers should obtain a medical certificate.

Greg Wilson, founder of Quotezone.co.uk, said: “Christmas is a expensive time of the year and this December many families will already be stretching their budgets to the limit.

“The last thing you need right now is a parking ticket when you’re shopping for Christmas gifts for your loved ones.

“But with many car parks filling up in the run up to Christmas, motorists need to find somewhere else to park their car and that could mean private parking.”