Many of us are likely to come to the attention of the Police in respect of driving offences. These can range from speeding to more serious offences such as drink driving or dangerous driving. Many offences attract penalty points, drink or drug related driving offences can result in a period of disqualification and some cases can attract a custodial sentence.
Horsman Loader Solicitors have a wealth of experience in representing clients on all types of road traffic allegations, many cases unearth defences available that at first glance may not be obvious.
Our firm can put forward various legal arguments to avoid the Magistrates putting points on your driving licence, where there are "Special reasons" in law, such as an emergency situation or driving for a very short period. The law on newly-qualified drivers can be severe to the extent of the Courts powers on any one with six points on their licence, the courts can order a re-take of your driving test. As a general rule if you have 12 points on your licence, the court will disqualify you for a period of six months, minimum. If we can show their imposition will cause "exceptional hardship" we can advance legal argument to persuade the Court not to pass a period, or reduce that period of disqualification. With disqualification in some instances leading to loss of employment and the resulting financial consequences to you, contact Horsman Loader for immediate advice and assistance.
