Ignoring Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) for Speeding (Scotland)

[M3Driver]

So last week I was stopped by the police and issued with a FPN for 93mph in a 70mph limit. I have 28 days to present my licence for 3 points and make payment of a £100 fine.

Several people have suggested that FPN's are regularly not chased up if payment and licence aren't offered by the driver. Some have suggested simply ignoring the FPN and I might not hear any more about it.

My question is: Is this realistic, or a chance worth taking? Should I ignore this and see if indeed it is forgotten about, or whether anything further happens?

Also, after the 28 days, will I be issued with a reminder and an opportunity to pay the original £100 and still receive only 3 points? I've read conflicting advice online, some sources suggest that after 28 days it may instantly result in a court summons or the potential fine being increased by 50% and subject to collection by the courts.

I'm just looking for a bit of clarity from anyone who may have been through the process. I'm quite happy to wait and see if I hear anything further, as long as the reminder will allow me the option of simply paying the original penalty of £100 and 3 points.

[M3Driver]

Cat: Thanks, so would I receive no reminder notice and no 'second chance' to take the previously offered penalty?

Speedking: The only reason I mentioned it was Scotland is that I live here and we have a different legal system to other countries, despite being part of the UK.