Road Traffic Law

Sheffield solicitors have speacialist lawyers working for individual clients, businesses and road hauliers. We are provide realistic professional advice and effective representation in the Magistrate’s and Crown Courts. We pride ourselves on being able to give you clear and straightforward advice in a prompt manner to put your mind at ease. Whether you are looking for a loophole or hoping to avoid disqualification we are able to provide you with top lawyers who have the necessary experience and expertise.
Having a driving licence is an essential part of every-day life. If your licence is at risk our solicitors will be able to provide you with relevant advice to see how we might help you. Motoring offences are rarely clear cut cases and there is usually something a road traffic lawyer can do to help you. You should never plead guilty until you have sought the advice of a road traffic lawyer because no matter how clear the case may seem to you we may be able to do something to avoid help you avoid a fine, points and/or a ban.
We assist with all kinds of road traffic cases, from the simple to complicated, and can get involved no matter what stage the case is at; from receipt of a notice of intended prosecution through to full representation at court. We can also help if you need to attend a police station for an interview.
Our solicitors can advise you on Road Traffic Law, which is a constantly evolving and expanding area of law. We will be able to provide you with up-to-date advice on issues ranging from minor speeding offences to more serious cases where fatalities have been involved. We know that it is not only serious offences that can cause big problems, but also the ambiguous ‘driving without due care and attention’ offence needs to be focused on this carries up to 9 points, a disqualification and/or a fine of up to £2,500 if convicted.
Please contact us if you would like Sheffield Solicitors to provide their assistance in this, often complicated, area of law

ROAD TRAFFIC LAWYERS SHEFFIELD

Sheffield solicitors have specialist Road Traffic lawyers working for individual clients, businesses and road hauliers.

We pride ourselves on being able to give you clear and straightforward advice in a prompt manner to put your mind at ease.  Whether you are looking for a loophole or hoping to avoid disqualification we are able to provide you with top lawyers who have the necessary experience and expertise.

Having a driving licence is an essential part of every-day life. If your licence is at risk our solicitors will look at the facts of your case and then be able to provide you with relevant advice to see how we might help you. Motoring offences are rarely clear cut cases and there is usually something a road traffic lawyer can do to help you. You should never plead guilty until you have sought the advice of a road traffic lawyer because no matter how clear the case may seem to you we may be able to do something to avoid help you avoid a fine, points and/or a ban.

We assist with all kinds of road traffic cases, from the simple to complicated, and can get involved no matter what stage the case is at; from receipt of a notice of intended prosecution through to full representation at court. We can also help if you need to attend a police station for an interview.

We will be able to provide you with up-to-date advice on issues ranging from minor speeding offences to more serious cases where fatalities have been involved. We also know that it is not only serious offences that can cause big problems; the ambiguous ‘driving without due care and attention’ offence is a common offence and needs to be defended well as this carries up to 9 points, a disqualification and/or a fine of up to £2,500 if convicted.

Please contact us if you would like Sheffield Solicitors to assist you further.

FAQs about:
Road Traffic Law

Road Traffic FAQs

How can I contest a speeding fine?

Many people do not contest speeding fines and simply pay the amount under a fixed penalty notice (FPN).

However, fines are contestable.  The majority of speeding offences are recording by speed cameras.  Many of these devices are GATSO devices, many of which lack the ability to take photos of the person who was actually driving the car at the time.  If you are issued a fine by a device like this, you will be requested to inform the police of your driver details.  If, however, you were not driving the car at the time you could gather evidence to show where you were at the time of the offence and argue that since the camera did not record you in the car there is insufficient evidence to show “beyond reasonable doubt” that you committed the offence.  Other potential arguments include showing that the camera was not properly calibrated.

The police also use handheld speed devices.  In addition to arguing that the device was not properly calibrated and in good working order, you might be able to argue that the officer operating the camera did not do so according to specified guidelines or did not receive adequate training to operate the camera.

The police are generally under an obligation to follow the rules of the PACE Act (Police and Criminal Evidence Act) and other legislation.  If the police did not follow the proper procedures, the offence could be overturned.

How can I contest a parking ticket?

If you contest a parking ticket, you generally have a 60% chance of winning!

To contest the ticket, you can apply to your local council within 28 days.  The council will review your claim and either choose to accept it or reject outright.  If the claim is rejected, you can apply to a parking ticket tribunal (Parking Adjudication Service or Parking and Traffic Appeals Service if you are in London).

Are there any potential consequences of contesting a parking ticket?

If do not win your claim, the amount you will have to pay could increase – by as much as 50%.  If you do not pay within 28 days, the council will issue a Notice to Owner and from that point onwards, the fine will increase.

I have been charged of using my mobile phone whilst driving, but believe this was unfair.  How can I contest the charge?

You could argue that you had to make a 999 call and/or it was unpractical to stop the car.  Like any offence, the police must follow the rules under PACE (Police and Criminal Evidence Act) and breaches of these rules could mean the charge is overturned.

How can I contest a charge for careless driving?

You could show that your standard of driving did not fall below reasonable standards expected by law (the standard of reasonableness is a complex one and you should discuss this with your solicitor further) or that the police did not follow PACE (Police and Criminal Evidence Act).   The charge can also be lessened by any relevant mitigating factors such as the age and experience of the driver.

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