I have been driving since 1996 and have never had any trouble with the courts. I passed my advanced driving test in 2000, and like to think I am a good driver. I am not certain the police have this right, so can I contest this, and win? Seems unfair when my car was scratched, the police knew it, and did nothing, also the company never paid for the car to be fixed up. Guess I am just p*ssed off. Help !!
2007-08-03 03:49:31 · 9 answers · asked by Rachel_Louise33 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
I was'nt chasing anyone, the scratch was a month old! If I did it, ok - but I have done the same route for 7 years, is'nt there a chance the camera got it wrong?
2007-08-03 04:01:14 · update #1
Ask the police for a copy of the picture showing your car as you were not sure who was driving at that exact time. They normally allow for the speed to have a slight variance (say 2km) but some courts uphold it exactly as told. Its very rare to be 9km out and never proven as far as I know. Get the picture, check the speed on the road and then pay up. We just got a Tom Tom and it identifies unmarked police cars parked up along the motorway with speed guns even though we cant see them. We drive within the limit anyway but sometimes one road can have several speed limits within a small distance and its so easy to get caught - its almost a trap.
2007-08-03 09:48:43 · answer #1 · answered by googleymugley 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everone has the right to enter a 'not guilty plea' and opt for a trial.
Obviously you will be aware of the time, date and location of the offence. I assume that you do not dispute that it was you that was driving at that time, date and location. After all the company have already informed the police that this is your company vehicle. Does anyone else use it? Were you the driver at the offence time? Or do you just dispute the actual speed?
It has not been uncommon for speeders to get off because of innacuracies with the cameras, however I am led to believe these are few and far between. The police will have photographic evidence of the vehicle speeding.
If your case is challenged on the accuracy of the camera you may well lose. You have to decide if it is worth challenging this, as if you were found guilty the fine would likely be much higher and you would also have court costs to pay. My advice would be to speak to a solicitor.
2007-08-03 04:11:58 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The police would have sent an N.I.P.(Notice of Intended Prosecution) to the registered keeper of the said vehicle. (i.e. the company). They have requested the name and address of the driver of the vehicle at the time and date stated when the alleged offence took place. The registered keeper must, by law furnish this information. In due course a summons will be sent to the driver of the vehicle. There will be a pre-determined court date and the driver does NOT have to attend court. The driver will then be asked to complete certain information on the back of the summons. Part of this information is asking whether or not you want to plead guilty or not guilty. You can also add any mitigating circumstances. Hope this helps.
2007-08-03 03:59:25 · answer #3 · answered by JillPinky 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
So, reading between the lines here - you were speeding - possibly chasing someone that scratched your car - Advanced Driver fact is irrelevant - contest it at your own peril - it will be logged and recorded and if you choose to go to court - they could impose a higher penalty.
You were speeding - you got caught - tough- live with it
2007-08-03 03:54:38 · answer #4 · answered by jamand 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-09 03:12:15 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did you ? Ask the police some questions
2007-08-03 05:33:27 · answer #6 · answered by Scouse 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's a company car, the ticket would have been written in the company's name and of course, they would be notified. The company has a right to expect you to pay the ticket.
2007-08-03 03:55:11 · answer #7 · answered by Funny Girl 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
At the end of the day it's your word against their evidence so I cant see what you could do to fight it. Unless there evidence is floored but how would you prove this !! :)
2007-08-03 03:54:56 · answer #8 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask to see the calibration record for the equiptment that clocked your speed without this the ticket is worthless and void, it is your legal right to see it if requested
2007-08-03 03:52:38 · answer #9 · answered by gwoods1210 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋