78 in a 50 - what to expect?
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Driving home just after midnight along the dual carriageway section of the A34, my mind was completely elsewhere. I have a 5 week old daughter and am self employed - I need my car for work. I understand 78 is in the bracket which could mean a ban? Bloody bloody stupid I know..
Just received the paperwork through the post to declare that I was indeed the driver. I already have 3 points from 3 1/2 years ago and just over 2 years ago I did 36 in a 30 zone and did a speed awareness course...
So what do I do? What do I expect? Is it worth getting representation? Where do I go for that?
Thanks in advance.
Just received the paperwork through the post to declare that I was indeed the driver. I already have 3 points from 3 1/2 years ago and just over 2 years ago I did 36 in a 30 zone and did a speed awareness course...
So what do I do? What do I expect? Is it worth getting representation? Where do I go for that?
Thanks in advance.
Fill out the paperwork saying you were the driver and send it back within the time limit (28 days?).
It will most likely be a court appearance, up to £1,000 fine (income based), 3-6 points plus costs (normally 10% of the fine plus £15). Or a driving ban (which I very much doubt for that speed).
It will most likely be a court appearance, up to £1,000 fine (income based), 3-6 points plus costs (normally 10% of the fine plus £15). Or a driving ban (which I very much doubt for that speed).
Ki3r said:
Fill out the paperwork saying you were the driver and send it back within the time limit (28 days?).
It will most likely be a court appearance, up to £1,000 fine (income based), 3-6 points plus costs (normally 10% of the fine plus £15). Or a driving ban (which I very much doubt for that speed).
In Yorkshire courts, a 7 day ban is the starting point for 78/50. It's said to be equivalent to 103/70.It will most likely be a court appearance, up to £1,000 fine (income based), 3-6 points plus costs (normally 10% of the fine plus £15). Or a driving ban (which I very much doubt for that speed).
Prosecution costs are usually £85 at the first hearing.
Victim surcharge is 10% of the fine with a range of £30-£100 (for speeding non-motorway).
OP, ignore the nonsense about 10% + £15.
A lawyer will ascertain if you have a defence / special reasons case. You probably don't, but it's perhaps worth exploring. I dealt with a very similar case not long ago and after doing a little research and making two phone calls, the case was dropped. According to an idiot on the internet, that guy didn't need a lawyer. I'll let you be the judge of that.
Have laws changed?
I always thought to get banned you needed to be 30mph over the speed limit, so in this case as you are under 80mph you will get 3 points and a fine, no option for the Speed Awareness Course.
I was caught about 5 years ago doing 60 in a 30 and got 6 points and no ban, but did have to go to court
I always thought to get banned you needed to be 30mph over the speed limit, so in this case as you are under 80mph you will get 3 points and a fine, no option for the Speed Awareness Course.
I was caught about 5 years ago doing 60 in a 30 and got 6 points and no ban, but did have to go to court
80 mph in a 50mph 4 years ago. Court appearance with 6 points and a hefty fine.
Lucky to not get a ban and they made it clear that it was only because I could demonstrate I needed use of a car for my job commuting to various sites and different locations. The magistrate had a similar job to mine previously so that helped.
They were not interested in my requirement for family reasons - kids to school, and the long list of activities they do, advising it counted for nothing.
Good luck and if it goes to court, I would recommend demonstrating you need use of your car for your job (if you do!)
Lucky to not get a ban and they made it clear that it was only because I could demonstrate I needed use of a car for my job commuting to various sites and different locations. The magistrate had a similar job to mine previously so that helped.
They were not interested in my requirement for family reasons - kids to school, and the long list of activities they do, advising it counted for nothing.
Good luck and if it goes to court, I would recommend demonstrating you need use of your car for your job (if you do!)
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