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« on: October 02, 2025, 12:10:39 am »
Hi I would appreciate any help. I received a NIP on 22/4/25 for a speeding offence on 17/04/25 for doing 59 in 30mph zone. I am the RK of the vehicle but I was not driving at the time. I sent off the details for the individual driving who lives abroad. The police asked for further details on the individual's licence and insurance. The individual showed me his license and motor policy and I shared the information I had to the police to the best of my knowledge. The police responded by saying it is easy to nominate a driver abroad and require copies of his documents. I responded by saying I saw his documents and didn't think (or know how) to validate his license. In hindsight I regret making this error and did not think this would happen. On the 24/09/25 I received a SJP notice for 2 offences. Permit the driving of a motor vehicle otherwise than in accordance with a license - non endorsable offence. Permit use of motor vehicle with no insurance. I intend to plead not guilty to both offences as I feel hard done by this situation. However I am worried as I have no hard evidence and the police have referred to Section 101 or the magistrates court act 1980 stating the burden shall be on the defendant. What advise do you have?