Received a Letter?
Understand Your Options and Take the Next Step
If you have received a letter about an alleged Blue Badge offence, find out what your options are and how the Awareness Course can help you resolve the matter.
If You Have Received a Letter About an Alleged Blue Badge Offence
Option A, Admit the Offence and Complete the Awareness Course
This provides a quick, education-focused route to resolving the matter without going to court.
Option B — If You Disagree or Do Not Respond
You may wait for proceedings. Your case may be returned to the Local Authority for prosecution consideration. This can result in a criminal record and significantly higher costs.
Important Information
All courses are offered under Local Authorities’ Discretionary Powers. The offer of a course can be withdrawn at any time. Non-acceptance or non-completion will be considered as part of any decision to pursue prosecution. This is not legal advice.
Benefits of the Awareness Course
Learn the Rules
Understand exactly what constitutes misuse. Many offences happen through lack of awareness, not intent.
Easy and Convenient
Complete the course online at your own pace. It has an accessible design, takes approximately 45–60 minutes and is available on any device.
Quick Resolution
Once the course has been completed and the offence admitted, the case can be resolved without court attendance, subject to the Local Authority’s decision.