Failure to Comply with Road Signs
The Consequences
Those facing allegations of failure to comply with road signs could be charged with disqualification, three penalty points and a fine of up to £1000. Contact Driving Offence for legal representation today.
S172 Cases – Failing to Provide Driver Details
Many motorists will have received a notice of intended prosecution within their lives, often alleging offences such as speeding. Failing to properly respond to this notice may result in a more significant penalty. The registered owner of a vehicle should expect to hear of an allegation with 14 days so that they are better able to remember and provide details of a driver.
Motorists charged with this offence often have perfectly good reasons why they have not provided the information or may actually know nothing about the actual request. It is advisable to seek advice from a specialist a the earliest opportunity to ensure the appropriate information is given in all circumstances or you are properly defended if charged.
Road Sign Violations
Failure to comply with a road traffic sign can, on conviction, result in a fine of up to £1000. Where the sign in question is a ‘Stop’ or ‘No Entry’ sign, then it is possible that penalty points could also be imposed and it can escalate into a prosecution for a more serious offence such as careless or dangerous driving. Road sign offences include not complying with signs, road markings, railway level crossings and traffic lights. The legislation surrounding this type of offence can be complex, which is why it’s important to contact a solicitor who can examine the legality of the signs and your behaviour.
Although you might see the violation as minor it could have severe consequences for drivers facing disqualification under the ‘totting-up’ process. So if you are in this position, please contact us as soon as possible for help.
Get in Touch With Our Expert Team
If you facing accusations of this nature, it’s important you seek advice from a respected defence lawyer. At DrivingOffence.com, we have helped many drivers across the UK who have failed to comply with road signs. Contact us today by calling 0800 069 6000, or by filling in our contact form.
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Taxi Offences
The Consequences
These are serious matters for those who earn their living as either private hire or Hackney Carriage drivers. A conviction can result not only in increased insurance premiums, but also in being called before “panel hearings”, which can result in the loss of driver and operator’s licenses. In a situation like this it’s important to seek advice from a team of experienced taxi law solicitors.
If you have been accused of committing a taxi offence, you need to get in touch with an experienced taxi law solicitor today for comprehensive advice. Manchester-based DrivingOffence.com offers its driving offence services to drivers all over the UK and will ensure you are adequately prepared to contend accusations. You can either call 0800 069 6000, or fill in our contact form and we will get back to you.
Previous Convictions
It is usually a condition of your licence to tell the Local Licensing Authority about any criminal cases against you no matter how minor. They often take much more severe actions against drivers who do not inform them what has happened.
Contact our experienced Taxi Law Solicitors today
To speak to our team of taxi law solicitors about the allegations against you, or for help and advice on charges you are facing, contact DrivingOffence.com today on 0800 069 6000, or fill in our contact form and we will get back to you as soon as possible. With offices in Manchester, we are able to offer our services to anyone in the UK.
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Vehicle Defects
The Consequences
Defects in tyres and brakes carry a possible disqualification, three penalty points and up to £5000 fine. Penalties may apply to each individual defective tyre and if the full set is defective, disqualification could be possible.
If you are facing charges for having vehicle defects, you should speak to one of our driving offence solicitors for comprehensive advice and guidance on how to handle your defence. Contact our Manchester office on 0800 069 6000, or fill in our contact form and we will be in touch shortly
Defective Tyres
The law requires that all tyres on a motor vehicle, including the spare, have:
- a minimum depth of tread;
- are inflated to the correct pressure;
- and are free from other defects such as cuts to the walls of the tyres.
If you’re found with any type of defective tyre, three points could be put on your licence and a fine of up to £2,500 for a private vehicle, and £5,000 for a commercial vehicle, per offending tyre.
Defective Brakes
If you’re pulled over and your vehicle is found to have a defective braking system, you will be issued three points on your licence and face a fine of up to £5,000, depending on if your vehicle is for your own use or for goods delivery.
Defective Parts
If the vehicle is found to have defective parts such as steering, exhaust or lights then expect a fine of up to £2,500 and the imposition of three penalty points if the defect relates to the steering. If there is a second conviction within three years, the court will disqualify you for a period of at least six months.
Speak with an expert vehicle defects solicitor today
To speak to a vehicle defects solicitor about the allegations against you, or for help and advice on charges you are facing, contact DrivingOffence.com today on 0800 069 6000, or fill in our contact form and we will get back to you as soon as possible. With offices in Manchester, we are able to offer our services to anyone in the UK.
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Driving Without Due Care and Attention
The Consequences
Those facing accusations of driving without due care and attention will be hit with either a discretionary disqualification or three to nine penalty points and a fine.
The Legal Definition of Driving Without Due Care and Attention
Driving without due care and attention – otherwise known as ‘careless driving’ – relies on the prosecution proving you were driving below the standards of most competent motorists.
As you’ve probably ascertained from the vague definition of careless driving, this offence is largely open to interpretation, which makes it a slippery legal case to handle.
Technically, you could be accused of driving without due care if you made even a minor breach of the Highway Code. With no set list of mistakes that could lead to a conviction, you may be surprised at what could get you into trouble.
Some previous convictions have stemmed from:
- A minor bump into another car.
- Accidentally scraping another vehicle in a car park.
- Using SatNav or another navigation system while driving.
- Smoking a cigarette.
- Eating and drinking behind the wheel.
As careless driving cases can be so volatile, it’s important that defence plans are carefully constructed. Ultimately the Magistrates will decide whether there is sufficient evidence to convict, but it’s advisable to get legal advice from drivingoffence.com, to ensure that you escape heavy penalties.
The Consequences of Pleading Guilty
If you are found guilty of careless driving, expect to receive between three and nine penalty points on your licence. Of course, it’s important to have a good solicitor that can ensure a lighter sentence. Points accumulate, and if you already have penalties on your licence, this could even mean that you’ll temporarily lose your right to drive.
Often, there are disparities between the prosecution’s witness accounts, which obviously leaves their accusations open for attack. It’s down to legal experts, such as DrivingOffence.com, to ensure their clients have a fair hearing when they’re faced with accusations of careless driving.
If you are facing allegations of driving without due care and attention, it’s important you get advice from experts in defence law. Contact DrivingOffence.com now for help with your case by calling 0800 069 6000, or by filling in our contact form. We have helped drivers all over the UK from our Manchester-based offices.
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Restoration of Driving Licence
The Consequences
In certain circumstances the length of a disqualification may be reduced by making a specific application to the court. This is possible where at least half of a two year disqualification has been served.
Revocation of Disqualification
If you have been disqualified, it is possible for us to apply to get your license back before the end of the disqualification period. This has conditions which we can explain.
Any application for restoration of a driving license must have compelling reasons and we will help you assess your chances of this happening.
Banned for 3 Years or More
If you have been banned for driving for three years or more and ordered to sit the extended test of driving before being allowed to drive again, you can still apply for the early restoration of your driving licence but you will be required to pass the test first before you get it back.
You will have to submit a written application to both the court where disqualification was imposed and the prosecution. We can help you with this and the rest of the process as you will need expert legal advice tailored to your personal circumstances.
Contact Our Expert Team
If you are in this position, let us know by calling 0800 069 6000, or by filling in our contact form and our Manchester-based lawyers can provide advice and start the process to get you back on the road. We have helped many drivers across the UK restore their driving licence.
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