Chance of appealing a contravention code 31 and winning?

[emc]

Hello all

I've just been issued with a PCN for 'entering and stopping in a box junction when prohibited' in Vauxhall Bridge Road/Rampayne Street. I don't exactly remember the incident but assume that I was 'pushed' forward into the box junction via the traffic lights, assuming the car ahead of me would get further than it did so I was stopped in it for a matter of seconds. i know this is a common offence (and one you can often do little about) so I know I don;t have much chance of winning but thought I'd for any advice. Many thanks.

[Lowlander]

It's very rarely unavoidable.

The rule is clear - do not enter a yellow box unless your exit is clear (i.e. there is a full car's length sized space to get into on the other side) or if you are turning right and your exit is blocked.

The only time it is unavoidable is if you are cut up in the box, i.e. someone overtakes you - either side - and takes the space directly in front of you.

[KidKruger]

Three months hard labour.

Next.

[Loz]

First, ask for the evidence. A photo can never be evidence of a yellow box offence: they need a video showing that you entered the box with no exit available AND became stationary - remember that any lane can be available to you, not just the one you are in.

If that shows you contravened the law, then unless you can swing a technicality (i.e. incorrect road markings) then it's time to stump up the dosh.

Lots of info online if you google it.

[Salsaboy]

You have to have been stopped in the box junction for the offence to be committed. Ask for the video evidence as a still photo isn't proof enough for the adjudicator.