The rising tide of speed cameras sweeping the nation has meant it is harder than ever to keep your driving licence in good shape.
The CPS Crown Prosecution Service are due to publish this autumn changes to road traffic offences, one likely change may include -
- Mobile phone use - the proposal is, that because of public concerns regarding the use of mobile phones, the starting point for this offence will now be Dangerous Driving as long as there is clear evidence that a danger has been caused by the use of the mobile phone. This could mean a dramatic increase in penalties - currently 3 points and a fine to up to 2 years in prison and disqualification from driving for a minimum of 12 months.
Franklins will let you know if this proposal comes into Law.
Even though most people know that 12 points on a licence means a ban, what people don't realise is that a licence can be saved! Just as there are ways to avoid a ban through drink driving.
Franklins do and we pride ourselves in covering the whole range of motoring offences, providing up-to-date advice in person, by phone or on-line.
Although Legal Aid is available for some motoring offences, this is Means Tested and could mean that you lose out on free advice. However, Franklins pride themselves on offering top quality legal advice for a reasonable price so that even if you are not eligible for Legal Aid you can still afford to keep your Licence and in some cases your liberty. Charges such as Dangerous Driving, Drink Driving, Failing to Provide a Breath Sample and Failing to Stop or Report an accident can actually see you facing a jail term, and with offences such as Causing Death by Careless Driving just around the corner, make sure you stay in touch with the professionals.
Even if you are facing a lesser charge, call our staff and we will put you on the right track from the start it's our experience which just might keep you on the road.
If you feel that you have a ban that may affect your livelihood or cost you to lose your licence fill in one of our contact forms and one of our specialist team members will respond to you within 24 hours. Alternatively you can call 0800 294 4894 and one of the team will be happy to help you.
