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The driver exceeded the speed limit

Evidence is reliable, accurate, and collected lawfully

The vehicle was driven by the defendant

The Law



Relevant Legislation:

  • Road Traffic Act 1988

  • Road Traffic Offenders Act 1988

Maximum Penalties:

  • Fines up to £1,000 (£2,500 for motorway offences)

  • 3–6 penalty points per offence

  • Totting-up disqualification for accumulating 12+ points within 3 years (usually 6 months)

Key Legal Definitions:

  • Speeding: exceeding the legal speed limit

  • Totting-up: accumulation of points leading to automatic disqualification

Speeding Offences & Totting-Up Bans

Speeding offences occur when a driver exceeds the posted speed limit. Accumulating multiple penalty points can result in a “totting-up” disqualification.
Early legal advice is important to minimise fines, points, or loss of licence and to explore mitigation options.

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What the Prosecution Must Prove

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How We Defend These Cases

  • Review speed evidence and calibration logs

  • Challenge procedural or technical errors

  • Represent clients in Magistrates’ Court hearings

  • Explore options to reduce points, fines, or disqualification

  • Advise on driving licence implications and future restrictions

Common Evidence Used in These Cases

  • Speed camera footage and calibration records

  • Police radar or laser device readings

  • Witness statements and dashcam evidence

  • Vehicle telematics or GPS data

Common Problems in Prosecution Cases

  • Faulty or poorly maintained speed detection devices

  • Incorrect use or recording of equipment

  • Errors in the issuance of fixed penalty notices

  • Challenges around vehicle ownership vs. driver identity

Potential Defences

  • Inaccuracy or calibration issues with speed detection equipment

  • Procedural errors in evidence collection

  • Necessity or emergency driving

  • Mistaken identity or vehicle misattribution

Sentencing and Possible Outcomes

  • Fines, penalty points, or disqualification depending on severity

  • Totting-up bans can be challenged or mitigated

  • Early legal intervention can reduce penalty points or negotiate alternatives

  • Exceptional hardship may be considered to avoid disqualification

Why Choose ASL


We are committed to delivering consistently strong results rooted in legal expertise and proven advocacy.

Experience

Our team of lawyers have extensive 25+ years experience in all aspects of Criminal Defence and Family Law matters.

Success Rate


We are proud of our strong record in achieving favourable outcomes across London, Birmingham, Manchester, and the wider UK, from serious criminal cases to sensitive family law matters.

Client Care Standards

Your case is handled with dignity, respect, and complete confidentiality. We provide:

  • Clear communication without legal jargon

  • Regular case updates and guidance

  • Support through every stage of the legal process

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