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4(1)This paragraph applies if a person (P) is given a fixed penalty notice in respect of a fixed penalty offence.
(2)No proceedings may be instituted for the offence during the 21 day response period.
(3)But that prohibition ceases to apply if, during the 21 day response period, P has given notice requesting a hearing in respect of the offence in the manner specified in the fixed penalty notice.
(4)P may not be convicted of the offence if P pays the fixed penalty during the 21 day response period.
(5)In this paragraph “21 day response period” means the period of 21 days beginning with the day after the day on which the fixed penalty notice is given.
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