Driving whilst disqualified
M23Law are criminal defence
solicitors specialising in defending clients on all types of
Motoring / Road Traffic offences cases such as driving whilst
disqualified:
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Section 103 of the Road Traffic Act 1988: (1) A person is guilty of an offence if, while disqualified for holding or obtaining a licence, he— (a) obtains a licence, or (b) drives a motor vehicle on a road. (2) A licence obtained by a person who is disqualified is of no effect (or, where the disqualification relates only to vehicles of a particular class, is of no effect in relation to vehicles of that class). Defence cases include: - Vehicle not driven on a road. Penalty: - The maximum fine is £5,000.00. Alternatively, a community order or up to 6 months’ imprisonment can be imposed. - 6 penalty points or disqualification from driving.
Contact us as soon as possible on
guidance on information to provide. If
you have received a summons to attend
court for an offence under this section,
contact us. We can normally deal with
this kind of case administratively, by
correspondence to the police /
prosecution. Alternatively, we can
represent you at court. We are able
to offer private representation for all types of
motoring offences. Legal aid might be available in a
limited number of cases. Please call
0844 2640 999 for help and further information. |
