RECEIVING a parking fine is an inconvenience that no driver would want to go through.

But they're even more painful when you already bought a ticket and put it on display. Here's all you need to know.

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Can I be fined if my ticket falls off the dashboard?

Yes, you can.

Penalty notices given when a valid ticket has fallen off your dashboard are nicknamed "fluttering ticket cases" - and your appeal can go either way.

Many councils now have strict rules stating that your ticket is invalid if a warden cannot quickly see it.

That condition has led the Traffic Penalty Tribunal to side with councils in the vast majority of fluttering ticket cases, according to .

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This is because the tribunal can only side with your claim if you followed the letter of the law - regardless how silly those rules might be.

Where should I display my ticket?

Depending on your vehicle, there should be a number of places you can obviously display your valid ticket.

On the dashboard on the driver's seat side is always sensible, as that's where the inspector is likely to look.

But anywhere inside the windscreen and on the dashboard is good.

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How much is a parking fine?

Parking fines are capped at £100, so you'll never be charged more than that for a single violation of the rules.

That's still a steep amount - and in most high streets and shopping centres you can expect a lower charge.

If you think you've been issued a ticket unfairly, here are some top tips for appealing the charge.

And this is what you need to know about parking where a ticket machine isn't working.