help with tv licensing ingnoring plea for instalments

[archer_66]

hi all

I have been taken to court recently for no having a tv licence . I did set up a direct debit that apparently didn't go through for whatever reason.

im a carer for my mom and have a daughter that has adhd a job and a college course so I haven't really got time to go through the threads so apologies if its been asked before

I entered a plea to court of guilty and explained what had happened. pointing everything out and asking for a way of paying by instalments.

after a few weeks I had a letter requesting fine in full. I wrote to them asking to pay in instalments.

however this was ignored and I had a hand delivered letter the other day saying the debt is now £445 !!

it says if full payment is not received they'll be attending my property to seize and remove goods.

im worried sick now . I cant believe they've put the fine up ,in fact doubled it when I had asked for a payment arrangement !

Is this legal?

[tvlb1]

If the Magistrates made a collection order, which they do with nearly all fines, then that authorises the bailiffs/debt collection company to come and seek payment. That incurs additional expense. Yes, it's legal. Your only option is to contact the fines office at the court, explain the situation and ask for the Magistrates to reconsider your circumstances. That will involve attending court again.