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Live cases legal advice => Speeding and other criminal offences => Topic started by: jtaweel on July 22, 2025, 03:49:14 pm
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I’ve researched on Google and apparently 4-6 points and up to a £1000 fine seems most likely, or a driving disqualification of between 7-56 days.
Nope - it's a Band C offence - so 6 points or ban of 7-56 days.
Costs of around £85, fine around 1 week's relevant earnings and surcharge of 40% of that.
Is it also worth seeking legal representation in this case?
Not usually if you intend to plead guilty. The SJ is initially a desk-based process where you cannot attend. They may decide to sentence at 6 points or potentially refer the matter to court (for which you can attend) to consider a ban.
It's probably worth seeing what the SJ decides in the first instance - they may sentence at 6 points and the matter won't go further.
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Hi all.
In April, I was caught doing 83mph in a 50mph zone in London.
I was pulled over by a police officer who had caught me on his speed gun. He took my details and told me I would receive some paperwork soon.
Last week I was served with a SJPN from the Metropolitan Police. I have a clean license and have been driving for 4 years.
I require my license to work as I am a delivery driver.
I realise how stupid and irresponsible this was of me. I really do regret my actions and have completely changed the way I drive now.
My question is what can I expect in terms of punishment and next steps.
I’ve researched on Google and apparently 4-6 points and up to a £1000 fine seems most likely, or a driving disqualification of between 7-56 days.
Is it also worth seeking legal representation in this case?