Getting Means Tested For A Court Fine.

If you are sentenced with a fine without a means assessment, then the court has the authority to remit the fine and under Paragraph 6 of Schedule 12 of the Tribunals, Courts and Enforcement Act 2007, stop the bailiffs.

It's important to note that you have the right to request a means assessment from the court. You may also request that HM Court Service stop enforcement until this assessment is completed. During this time, you have the opportunity to pay the fine directly to the court, effectively nullifying the enforcement power.

Download and complete Form MC100 and file it at the sentencing court along with the following template letter.