Transport Focus urges introduction of a yellow card system for ticketless passengers, addressing fairness after cases of unnecessary prosecutions for minor fare evasion were highlighted in the media.
Engineering graduate Sam Williamson expressed fear of a criminal record and heavy fines for minor fare evasion, showing the adverse impact of current prosecution practices on regular passengers.
The Penalty Fares system imposes a £100 fine plus full fare for ticket evasion, with a reduced penalty available, highlighting the harsh financial consequences for unintentional fare errors.
Transport Focus suggests a digital database for railcards to ensure ticket inspectors can verify discounts, and emphasizes the need for better fare collection methods to prevent confusion.
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