Commentary on Sections Part 1: Provisions for Combatting Crime and Disorder. Chapter 1: On the spot penalties for disorderly behaviour (Sections 1 to 11) Sections 1 to 6
10.These sections explain how the penalty notice system works, and set out the disorder offences for which they may be issued. They make clear that a penalty notice may be issued by a constable in uniform “on the spot” or may be issued at a police station.