A fine, but you were not the driver: answering the hearing form correctly

If you receive a hearing form or fine notice even though you were not driving, the rule is: you do not have to incriminate yourself or turn in a relative. All you have to provide is your personal details. What matters is to respond factually and on time, and to compare the photo.

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As the person concerned, you do not have to make any statements about the matter or incriminate anyone. However, you must correctly provide your personal details (name, address, date of birth).

If the measurement photo obviously does not match you, or you were demonstrably elsewhere, you can raise that. If a notice has already been issued, an objection within two weeks helps.

What you should do now

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1. Compare the photo
Look closely at the evidence photo. If you are clearly not the person shown, that is a strong argument.
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2. Provide only personal details
On the hearing form you only have to confirm your personal details. You do not have to comment on who was driving or name a relative.
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3. Secure an alibi
If you were demonstrably elsewhere, secure evidence (appointments, witnesses, receipts).
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4. Respond on time
If a fine notice is already there, file an objection within two weeks and point out the wrong driver assignment.

How to spot the scam

You feel pressured on the hearing form to name the driver.
The photo is blurry, but you are told to 'just sign'.
The short objection deadline is overlooked.

Frequently asked questions

Do I have to state who was driving?

No. As the person concerned you do not have to incriminate yourself or name a relative. You are only obliged to correctly provide your own personal details.

What if the photo is not me?

Then raise it: a measurement photo that obviously shows a different person speaks against you being the driver. Additionally secure a possible alibi (witnesses, evidence).

Could I still face a logbook requirement?

If the driver cannot be identified, a logbook requirement is possible as a consequence. You do not have to name anyone, but you should know that your silence can trigger this consequence.

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General information for self-help, not legal advice (RDG). In case of a high loss or uncertainty: contact a consumer advice center or a lawyer.