The former Manchester United player has been convicted of fraud and fined £1,000 after pleading guilty to using an out-of-date disability permit he ‘bought from someone at Old Trafford’.
Morrison was served the fine at Manchester Magistrates Court on Thursday after council enforcement officers began an investigation into a white Audi S3 that was parked displaying a blue badge in May.
The permits entitle the holder to free parking, but are only given to those with physical disabilities or limited mobility.
Every badge is checked by traffic wardens when they are used to determine their legitimacy, and upon checking the permit of Morrison’s car it was found that the original badge holder had passed away in February 2022 – meaning it was no longer valid.
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The vehicle was hit with a penalty charge and towed to the Manchester pound. Morrison then reclaimed his vehicle on the same day.
During his interview under caution, Morrison claimed he purchased the badge from ‘someone in Old Trafford’ for £50.
Morrison was charged with one count of fraud and fined £1,000, and also ordered to pay costs of £508.32 and a victim surcharge of £400.
A spokesperson for Manchester City Council said: “This ruling shows that the law is applicable to everyone, with no exceptions.
By Talksport