Traffic offences

All sorts of factors can make a court pass a tougher, or more lenient, sentence for traffic offences. Much of the law is complex and technical.

Traffic offences - overview

All sorts of factors can make a court pass a tougher, or more lenient, sentence for traffic offences. Much of the law is complex and technical.

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Traffic offences FAQs

Had an accident? Been stopped by the police whilst driving? If you have a question about a road traffic accident or offence, see our FAQs.

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Table of driving penalties

There are a wide range of penalties for driving offences. This table indicates the main penalties you could face for a driving offence.