motoroffence

When facing multiple motoring allegations, the distinction between offences occurring on the “same occasion” versus “separate occasions” can be the difference between keeping your driving licence and facing a six‑month disqualification under the totting‑up rules. Despite the significance of the issue, there is surprisingly little English case law—and the limited authorities contrast sharply with the […]

Are you facing drug driving charges in the UK despite being medically prescribed a drug? Understanding the statutory “medical defence” outlined in section 5A(3) of the Road Traffic Act 1988 could be crucial to your case.

If you are convicted of a driving offence, but are not sentenced on the day, the court can, in certain situations, disqualify you while you’re waiting for your sentencing hearing. The power to imposed an interim ban is designed to protect the public and prevent motoring offenders from driving around for weeks or months after […]

Car accidents can be chaotic and stressful events, but it’s crucial to remember that your actions immediately following a collision can have significant implications. Fleeing the scene of a serious accident is something that most people understand will get you in trouble. However, the duty to stop and report an accident extends all the way […]

In the intricate world of UK road signs, understanding the information they convey is key to safe and efficient navigation. What lies at the heart of this understanding? Three vital factors: the shape, the colour, and the text or symbol featured on the sign. These elements work in harmony to meet the fundamental principles of […]

In the intricate realm of UK traffic law, the responsibility for upholding the correct standards of road signage falls squarely on the shoulders of the traffic authorities. These signs, often taken for granted, play an indispensable role in our daily commutes. They issue commands, deliver warnings, and disseminate essential information—all in the name of road […]

In the realm of UK roadways, reduced speed limits have become an increasingly common sight, particularly on ‘smart’ motorways. While these lower speed limits may at times be a source of frustration for road users, it’s imperative to recognise that they are instituted for our collective benefit. Let’s delve into the reasons behind these speed […]

In the realm of motoring law, one of the recurring charges we encounter involves the failure to provide a specimen of breath, blood, or urine. Interestingly, when we delve deeper into cases involving the refusal by a suspect to provide a blood specimen, a common underlying reason emerges – a fear of needles.

The issue of drug-impaired driving has gained significant attention in recent years, with governments around the world implementing stricter laws to combat this growing concern. In the United Kingdom, drug driving laws have been strengthened to address the use of various substances, including cannabis and cocaine derivatives like COOH (11-nor-9-carboxy-Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol) and BZE (benzoylecgonine).

Despite the introduction in 2018 of NHS prescribed legal cannabis use for medical purposes, it was revealed last week that only 5 patients had been prescribed cannabis via the NHS. The news of these shockingly low numbers also revealed the growing numbers of patients who have taken to purchasing medically prescribed cannabis on a private […]

The papers were full of the decision to impose a blanket 20 mph limit on Welsh roads previously limited to 30mph. This news has been met with much opposition from road users and locals, many of whom have taken to graffitiing over the new road signage that has been scrambled into place.

Police officers tend to have a favourite reusable phrase to describe how easy it is to provide an evidential breath sample along the lines of; “I’ve seen a person with one lung do this” or “90 year olds are able to use this machine” or “It’s not rocket science, it’s blowing into a tube.” Experts […]