Single Justice Procedure Notice (SJPN) from TfL: what it means and what to do
An SJPN usually means TfL has decided to proceed with a prosecution. It’s important to act quickly — there are deadlines, and the choices you make now can affect the outcome.
Read what a TfL investigation letter meansDon’t miss the deadline
The notice will tell you how long you have to respond. Missing the deadline can mean the case is decided without your input.
Upload your notice for reviewWhat is a Single Justice Procedure?
The Single Justice Procedure is a way for certain summary-only offences to be dealt with by a magistrate on the papers, without a full court hearing at first. You are typically asked to respond with your plea and (if applicable) mitigation.
Your options
Plead guilty
You may be able to provide mitigation. The wording matters — especially if you are trying to minimise consequences (work, DBS, immigration, reputation).
Plead not guilty
The case is usually listed for a hearing. You should understand the allegation, evidence, and likely route before choosing this.
Can it still be settled?
Once an SJPN is issued, it can be harder to resolve matters outside of court, but in some situations it may still be worth exploring. Nothing is guaranteed, and timing is critical.
What happens next
- You submit your response (plea and any mitigation).
- A magistrate considers the case under the Single Justice Procedure.
- You may receive a decision by post, or the case may be listed in court.
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Upload the notice and a short summary — we’ll confirm the stage and outline realistic next steps.
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