Careless Driving Offence Solicitors

Careless Driving Solicitors

Driving without due care and attention or ‘careless driving’, means driving below the standard that would be expected of a reasonable and competent driver. It is perhaps the most wide-ranging of all the road traffic offences and, as such, it is imperative that you take the advice of an experienced and specialist road traffic lawyer. If you have been accused of a careless driving offence, call Carter Moore Solicitors today on 08458 737 333 or complete our enquiry form and one of our motoring solicitors will be in touch within 24 hours.

Punishment for Careless Driving

The penalties for driving without due care and attention include a fine of up to £2500, discretionary disqualification or 3 to 9 penalty points. Defendants charged with dangerous driving will often offer to plead guilty to careless driving to avoid a lengthy period of disqualification.

Causing Death by Careless Driving

Recent legislation has now made it possible for someone to be charged with the offence of causing death by careless driving. Section 20 of the Road Traffic Act 2006 introduced this new offence and took effect in 2008.

Punishment for Causing Death by Careless Driving

The penalties for causing death by careless driving are 3 to 11 penalty points or disqualification. Community based penalties can also be imposed. The maximum prison sentence is 5 years. Fines can be imposed up to £5000.

For these offences it is essential to obtain expert legal representation. As specialists in this area of law, Carter Moore’s motoring defence team can help you with your case. Call us today on 08458 737 333 or complete our enquiry form and one of our motoring solicitors will be in touch with you shortly.