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Hello all,

Apologies if this type of questionhas been posted. I did look, but couldn't find any thing.


I came off the motorway onto an A road with 40 mph speed limit.

I was going at 52 mph and this was noted by a policewoman with a camera in her hand and in a subtle place over the hill.

I have now received a letter from the council asking for the driver details (who was actually me). They quote Section 172 of The RTA and that if I don't supply the details then would be summoned to a Magistrates court.

I seem to recall reading somewhere that when asked for this information that I don't have to provide it.

Any one know if that is true?

Or what should I do? Is it simply a case of providing the details and simply take it on the chin?

Thank you in advance.

Failure to reply to a s172 request gives you the bonus of 6 points and up to £1000. Your choice.

Thank you everyone for your reply.

I will abide and send the information. I can send by email as that is an option and easier.

My mistake, it wasn't the council. It was Essex Police.

If they send a pcn, I will simply pay it.  Or whatever else I need to do, eg attend a course.

Let's see.

Once again, thank you every one.