Son is an idiot - 84mph in Temp 50

[cornish]

So as the title suggests my son dropped the bombshell that he received an NIP this week detailing his excessive speed on a Cornish dual carriageway.

84mph in a temporary restricted 50mph zone and was caught by a mobile unit which was around a blind bend just after the start of the restriction - sneaky but he is bang to rights.

It’s his first offence and he has been driving eight years and in searching around he either gets a ban or six points and both will come with a fine based on his weekly earnings.

I read that the ban means he would not get any points but insurance in the future may prove more difficult as he would have to state he had been banned - is this the case? I am also a bit worried that his current insurer (Admiral) may cancel his policy when he informs them of the outcome.

If anyone can offer advice and whether it is worth getting legal help in cases like this as his insurance seems to be high anyway due to his diabetes.

Thanks

[vaud]

Contact AGTLaw

http://www.counsel.direct/

Literally an expert in this field and sometimes posts in this forum.

[timbo999]

He shouldn't be penalised for his Diabetes:

https://www.diabetes.org.uk/living-with-diabetes/l...

[Simon_GH]

It was a few years ago now but my other half was captured on a static camera doing 73 in a temporary 50. She was given a SAC option - I’m assuming because it was late in the evening and the workforce wasn’t present. I know this is unrealistically optimistic but it’s always worth looking at the specific circumstances.

[Sebring440]

cornish said:

he would have to state he had been banned - is this the case?

You know it is!

[2020vision]

cornish said:

So as the title suggests my son dropped the bombshell that he received an NIP this week detailing his excessive speed on a Cornish dual carriageway.

84mph in a temporary restricted 50mph zone and was caught by a mobile unit which was around a blind bend just after the start of the restriction - sneaky but he is bang to rights.

It’s his first offence and he has been driving eight years and in searching around he either gets a ban or six points and both will come with a fine based on his weekly earnings.

I read that the ban means he would not get any points but insurance in the future may prove more difficult as he would have to state he had been banned - is this the case? I am also a bit worried that his current insurer (Admiral) may cancel his policy when he informs them of the outcome.

If anyone can offer advice and whether it is worth getting legal help in cases like this as his insurance seems to be high anyway due to his diabetes.

Thanks

Hardly! Did they cover up the speed limit signs?

[21TonyK]

Don't tell me, arse end of the A30?

My Band B resulted in 100 quid and 3 points (second time caught in 6 months), no ban. For first time you would hope band C would be points and a fine unless other factors.

AGT is your best bet for advice.

[softtop]

I managed 103 in a 50, Police said the car was grey, it was blue but if you crane your neck that fast, it may look grey.

[Sebring440]

softtop said:

I managed 103 in a 50, Police said the car was grey, it was blue but if you crane your neck that fast, it may look grey.

Good for you!

[VSKeith]

timbo999 said:

He shouldn't be penalised for his Diabetes:

https://www.diabetes.org.uk/living-with-diabetes/l...

I seem to remember when I was diagnosed with type 1 and my licence went to 3 year medically restricted, the difference was £20-£30. Back then they did ask what the reason for the restriction was, but I can't remember the last time I was asked.

I haven't run any quotes without the restricted licence to compare but I really don't think it's a big deal.

To be fair though, the risk of impairment through low blood sugar whilst driving is real and I certainly don't resent paying a little more (if I do).

Edited by VSKeith on Saturday 8th March 23:09

[jeremyh1]

Just out of interest I go from Exeter to Truro twice a week as ee have an office in Truro

What section was it on?

[Vasco]

Does it matter?

I wish more people would abide by speed limits.

[Ian Geary]

Vasco said:

Does it matter?

I wish more people would abide by speed limits.

Well I wish more speed limits were higher. So I guess our views cancel each other out.

[Mr Pointy]

So 84 measured means he was doing at least 90 indicated in a 50. A ban would seem to be a reasonable oucome.

[Vasco]

Ian Geary said:

Vasco said:

Does it matter?

I wish more people would abide by speed limits.

Well I wish more speed limits were higher. So I guess our views cancel each other out.

Not really, speed limits are usually there for a reason and we have some appalling drivers already.

[andburg]

For info I got done about 10 years ago 86 in a 50 and got 5 points and a fine can't remember the exact details



From AGT's website

[Petrus1983]

Tbh I've seen a lot worse on this forum - I can't see it being more than 6 points. But I'm definitely not an expert. Re the insurance - if it's 6 points it's not a major issue.

[Simpo Two]

softtop said:

I managed 103 in a 50, Police said the car was grey, it was blue but if you crane your neck that fast, it may look grey.

Doppler shift...

[Mammasaid]

andburg said:

For info I got done about 10 years ago 86 in a 50 and got 5 points and a fine can't remember the exact details



From AGT's website

This might be more relevant from further down the same page.

[paddy1970]

Vasco said:

Ian Geary said:

Vasco said:

Does it matter?

I wish more people would abide by speed limits.

Well I wish more speed limits were higher. So I guess our views cancel each other out.

Not really, speed limits are usually there for a reason and we have some appalling drivers already.

What next ...save the childrens?