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Speeding / Camera & Laser Devices
Prosecutions are based upon a variety of methods. "Remote" detections such as GATSO, SVDD, SPECS, Laser with camera attached and sensor operated devices such as Truevelo, as well as detections by attended devices such as VASCAR, PILOT, Speedometers and hand held laser devices.

The number of speed cameras is increasing exponentially, week by week. The parameters for the operation of these devices vary widely. More often than not we find that the operating officer's knowledge of the requirements for establishing proper calibration, Type Approval, and for using any particular device is surprisingly inadequate. You must remember, however, that in 99.9% of the prosecutions he brings, his word is unchallenged. There is therefore no pressure on him to operate the device properly and acceptably.

Our experience shows that in most cases corners are cut and proper procedures are not followed. It is, however, imperative that any challenge to his word comes from a lawyer who knows more about the subject than the officer does. You can expect no help here from the Prosecuting Solicitor or the Court Clerk who usually know less about the procedures and use of the equipment than the police! One vital piece of advice we offer is that you contact us as soon as you receive any notification of an intended prosecution.

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Our lawyers have experience in:
Appeals
Contravening Traffic Signs, Signals & Road Markings
Dangerous Driving
Drink Driving / Excess Alcohol
Driving Without Due Care and Attention
Driving Without Insurance
Drug Impaired Driving
Drunk in Charge
Excess Weight / Overloaded Vehicle
Failing to Furnish Information
Failure to Provide a Specimen for Analysis
Mobile Phone Use
Removal of Disqualification / Restoration of Driving Licence
Special Reasons for not Disqualifying / Endorsing
Speeding Offences / Cameras and Laser Devices
Totting Up / Exceptional Hardship
Traffic Light Offences / Red Light Camera

MAXIMUM PENALTY

Discretionary disqualification for the offence itself. 6 penalty points together with a fine. Maximum fine: £1,000 but on M road maximum fine £2,500.

Click the image above to download a .pdf detailing Recommended Sentencing Guidelines for Speeding as laid down in the Road Traffic Act effective from the 4th August 2008.

Please note: motoringlawyers.com cannot help with motoring offence in Scotland due to differences in legislation.
Anyone prosecuted for offences originating in Scotland should contact the Scottish Law Society on 0845 113 0018
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