Pulled over - what happens next?

[samwilliams]

About 6 weeks ago I got pulled over by a policeman with a speed gun having been doing 70mph in a 50. He took a load of details and said I'd be receiving something through the post (I seem to recall he suggested a court summons). I haven't received anything yet, but know that doesn't mean much because I think they have 6 months to follow it up (is that right?).

What I'm more concerned about is that I'm going to be away and uncontactable for up to 3 months shortly, and would like to know what would happen if anything came through the post while I was away, and whether it would affect any penalty I might receive?

Also, is there any chance he may have 'forgotten' to process it?! I know I'm being very hopeful here, but we had a nice little chat after he pulled me over (as you do!). When is the point where the offence is officially entered on the system and can't be taken off?

Thanks!

Sam

[Mg6b]

samwilliams said:

About 6 weeks ago I got pulled over by a policeman with a speed gun having been doing 70mph in a 50. He took a load of details and said I'd be receiving something through the post (I seem to recall he suggested a court summons). I haven't received anything yet, but know that doesn't mean much because I think they have 6 months to follow it up (is that right?).

samwilliams said:

What I'm more concerned about is that I'm going to be away and uncontactable for up to 3 months shortly, and would like to know what would happen if anything came through the post while I was away, and whether it would affect any penalty I might receive?

If it is returned unserved to the sender through thepost, then personal service will probably be arranged. Once the information has been laid within the 6 month period, the summons can be legally served even years afterwards.

samwilliams said:

Also, is there any chance he may have 'forgotten' to process it?! I know I'm being very hopeful here, but we had a nice little chat after he pulled me over (as you do!).

There is always a possibility that things get lost or forgotton.

samwilliams said:

When is the point where the offence is officially entered on the system and can't be taken off?

Thanks!

Sam

Generally, when the officer enters the incident in any process register that is then reviewed by a supervisor or it is received in the process or admin unit who will chase further enquiries to have it completed.

[samwilliams]

Thanks.

So, it seems it should make no difference, which I guess is a good thing! Just got to wait and see if it's somehow got lost along the way. I can live in hope.

Sam

[wasted years]

Waiting game now I'm afraid.