Fare Evasion matter in Tier 2 visa

[sneh.singh]

Hello

I am applying for Tier 2 visa in two days and just found out that I am supposed to mention in the application if I ever had any fare evasion case. Actually 2 years back i was convicted of train fare evasion and i pleaded NOT guilty and wrote back when I received summons from the court, after which I also went for a hearing and they asked me for proof whichI was unable to provide so I paid the penalty to get rid of the issue and not to carry on the case in that case i had to plead guilty and pay.
Now I am not sure if this is a criminal offence and should I mention this in my visa application form.
Please help me out if possible.
Thanks