Traffic offence while applying for Naturalization
Posted: Tue Jul 05, 2011 11:24 am
Hello guys,
I am writing you after attending to the register service check at my local town hall.
The lady who checked my application form for Naturalization (on a marriage basis) advised I could not apply, since I have been to court last year due to a traffic offence, which means I would have to wait an extra 5 years before applying.
Unfortunately, my presence at the court was completely unnecessary, as the offence I made is normally being handled by a penalty charge only (driving while using a handset phone).
I paid the penalty charge on time, but the police officer did not explain to me that it is my obligation to submit my driving licence to the nearest police station (in order to apply the 2 points).
Because I did not submit my driving licence, the money I paid was refunded to my account, without me knowing!
A couple of months later I received an invitation to the court.
At the court, I was explained that I am being judged for not paying the penalty charge. I explained all the above, and was told that there has been a mistake and I should only repay the penalty.
From your experience, what is the best reference I can bring in order to make my application successful, as my invitation to court was unnecessary.
I will appreciate any comment and advice, as unfortunately I cannot appeal or reapply, so I need as many opinions as I can get.
Kind regards,
Mike
I am writing you after attending to the register service check at my local town hall.
The lady who checked my application form for Naturalization (on a marriage basis) advised I could not apply, since I have been to court last year due to a traffic offence, which means I would have to wait an extra 5 years before applying.
Unfortunately, my presence at the court was completely unnecessary, as the offence I made is normally being handled by a penalty charge only (driving while using a handset phone).
I paid the penalty charge on time, but the police officer did not explain to me that it is my obligation to submit my driving licence to the nearest police station (in order to apply the 2 points).
Because I did not submit my driving licence, the money I paid was refunded to my account, without me knowing!
A couple of months later I received an invitation to the court.
At the court, I was explained that I am being judged for not paying the penalty charge. I explained all the above, and was told that there has been a mistake and I should only repay the penalty.
From your experience, what is the best reference I can bring in order to make my application successful, as my invitation to court was unnecessary.
I will appreciate any comment and advice, as unfortunately I cannot appeal or reapply, so I need as many opinions as I can get.
Kind regards,
Mike