Change of speed on court summons

[c_brougham]

Hi,

I origianlly posted asking how long i had to wait before a court summons came through before i got off, i spoke tooo soon!! Anyways, it's come through and orignally it was stated i was going at 96mph, i had to send this back, then received a notice i would be receiving a summons. I received the summons today and it says i was travelling at 99mph, as there is a discrepency what should i do.

Furthermore i live in guildford, and i have to be in lincolshire by 10am, it will take me around 5 hours by train, plus missing a day of work and over £50 travelling expenses.

I was spotted by a Gatsometer BV Type 24 Aus, i do not know what to do, as the speed has changed! plus i can not really afford to go up to court, if i were to accept the penalty by post what would be the likely outcome; if it is 6 points, bubye lisence.


anyone any ideas??

[boredpilot]

I went to court for 106, was polite, well dressed, appologetic, had letters to my character and that I did need my car

Got 6 points and 200 and something fine think 230 but it was a few years back

[tom_audi_tt]

I'm not sure if it just depends on the court whether they put this, but having just been to court my summons explicitly stated I did not have the right to accept the judgment in absence.

In the past I received a summons for 98mph for a court far, far away that didn't. I telephoned the court and was told I didn't need to present. IMHO I don't think for 99mph you'll have to go if you don't want to but give them a call.

According to the magistrates guidelines for a speed between 21 and 30mph over the limit in a 70mph zone the recommendation is 4-5 points. You can check this at www.pepipoo.com

I'm assuming that a solicitor would be a bit of a stretch for you so I hope your license can stand 4-5 points, you don't have to go to court, and things work out as best as they can.

Don't forget you can probably get some free initial advice from a solicitor. I got half an hour face to face to thrash it out for free. You can also get some sound advice from specialist solicitors via email requests and links can be found from the site I mentioned above, or a quick Google. I'd recommend seeking whatever legal advice you can get.

As for 96mph v 99mph, same points banding but assume it would make a difference to the fine. I would challenge this although not sure who you need to contact. Maybe one of the solicitors on here will help.

Good Luck
Tom

>> Edited by tom_audi_tt on Thursday 15th July 21:09

[Dwight VanDriver]

Caz

The cut out point at 96mph from Conditional Offer (60/3)to Court appearance for 96 and above for a 70 infringement is indicative that a higher speed is to be dealt with more seriously. This is reflected in the punishment as Court has the option of awarding up to 6 points, a fine up to 1000 pounds and a possible disqualification.

Regarding disqualification, then you should be present at Court if this is to be imposed, although I understand that some Courts have disqualified with defendant not present.

The summons, the official Court document to get you there or respond, states 99 then evidence will be presented for 99. All the Court has to show that you exceeded the limit and the fiqures you show indicate this.

Regarding disqualification, if you can put forward that a disqualification would cause you considerable hardship, i.e. loss of job, house etc. then the Mags can take this into account and not disqualify.

You can ask for an adjournment to get your case preparation sorted out for presentation either presenting yourself or by Solicitor.

As to travel, if the Summons did not contain information about pleading guilty by letter, then you will have to attend. It is at times like this you find who your true friends are, as because of possible disqualification, you will be unable to drive there but a friend could.

Remember as mentioned above, there should be a Court Duty Solicitor (Free) that you can consult at Court and also dont forget that CAB also run a free scheme.

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