Road Traffic Offences

Many people find themselves at risk of losing their licence if they receive 12 or more penalty points in any 3-year period. In such cases, the driver is at risk of disqualification for 6 months and will be disqualified unless a Court can be persuaded to accept that there are ‘exceptional hardship reasons’ for not disqualifying.

One common issue is inadvertently driving without insurance. This can occur if a monthly debit payment fails to go through, leaving you uninsured without your knowledge. Such offences carry between 6 and 8 penalty points. If you already have points on your licence, you could face a 6-month disqualification. We understand these unexpected situations and offer robust defences to protect your driving privileges.

New drivers are subject to stringent provisions. Accumulating 6 or more penalty points within the first 2 years of driving will result in licence revocation, requiring you to re-sit both the theory and practical tests. Our legal team provides tailored advice to avoid reaching this critical threshold, helping you maintain your driving status.

We have extensive experience handling cases of dangerous driving and driving without due care and attention. These serious charges can lead to long driving disqualifications and even prison sentences. If you are facing charges related to causing death by dangerous driving or death by driving without due care and attention, our seasoned solicitors will offer you the dedicated support and defence you need.

In the UK, it is illegal to use a mobile phone or any handheld communication device while driving. The courts interpret “use” broadly, covering texting, calling, emailing, and browsing the internet. Conviction can result in 3 penalty points and a fine of up to £1,000. We can challenge the evidence against you, questioning whether you were indeed using the device, and aim to establish reasonable doubt in court.

For those facing long-term driving disqualifications, we provide assistance in applying for the early return of your licence. If a driver is disqualified for more than 2 years, they can apply for early return after serving 2 years. For disqualifications of 4 years or more, an application can be made after serving half the disqualification period. This is particularly relevant for repeat drink driving offences where the minimum disqualification is 3 years.

For those facing long-term driving disqualifications, we provide assistance in applying for the early return of your licence. If a driver is disqualified for more than 2 years, they can apply for early return after serving 2 years. For disqualifications of 4 years or more, an application can be made after serving half the disqualification period. This is particularly relevant for repeat drink driving offences where the minimum disqualification is 3 years.