How long does fare evasion stay on criminal record UK?

A conviction under s. 5 of the Regulation of Railways Act 1889 would appear on a basic DBS check until 'spent'. It would also appear on Standard and enhanced DBS checks until 'filtered' after 11 years. This can have a profound impact on someone's career prospects, particularly in certain fields.



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Penalty fares are a civil debt, not a fine, and a person whose penalty fare is paid is not considered to have committed a criminal offence.

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Typically penalty fares are incurred by passengers failing to purchase a ticket before travelling or by purchasing an incorrect ticket which does not cover their whole journey. Penalty fares are a civil debt, not a fine, and a person whose penalty fare is paid is not considered to have committed a criminal offence.

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Bus and coach drivers in the UK are expected to undergo a basic DBS check to confirm their suitability for the role. A basic DBS check for a bus or coach driver will require a search for any unspent criminal convictions or conditional cautions. Learn more about basic DBS checks.

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Likewise, did you know that transit fare evasion falls under petit theft? Below is a brief explanation of this crime, as well as the elements that constitute theft.

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