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Lied to train ticket inspector - now what?

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ChampagneLassie · 15/05/2025 17:32

Feeling a bit of a wally. Lied to ticket inspector that I have a network rail card. I know mine expired but I said I’d forgotten it (thinking I’d pay a fine on spot). Instead he asked for my details and wrote something up which invites me to upload my rail card and says I could face prosecution. Bought a digital railcard. Followed the link and it says I could still face a prosecution if I’ve bought ticket after event. What should I do now? I’ve not uploaded anything as it wants lots of details. Be honest? Be half honest (ie say I can’t find the card but I’ve bought a new one now?)

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LarkspurLane · 15/05/2025 17:37

I think I'd say that I'd "made a mistake, didn't have a valid railcard and have now bought one". Or at least say that if there was an opportunity to. If there was no opportunity I would upload the new railcard and see what happens.

Panda89 · 15/05/2025 17:36

I would recommend you take a look at the site - Rail Forums. Specifically the sub board - disputes and prosecutions. Lots of useful advice there.

kwetu · 15/05/2025 17:36

How long ago did yours expire?

ThatCyanCat · 15/05/2025 17:35

What details does it want? What's the website?