One of the most common misconceptions we encounter is the belief that sentencing is simply a mathematical exercise. Many motorists assume that once
When a letter stating a Notice of Intended Prosecution (NIP) arrives at your door, it is understandable to feel stressed. Whether you have been
For many learner drivers, the driving test can feel like one of the most stressful experiences of their lives. Weeks, months or even years of lessons
Being asked to attend a police interview is often the first formal step in a criminal investigation. It can feel informal, particularly if you are
A recent Court of Appeal decision,has provided important clarification on what amounts to “driving” under the Road Traffic Act 1988. This is a
Dr Joelle Grogan from The Law Show interviews Jeanette Miller on BBC Sounds to ask if its legal to drive
When facing multiple motoring allegations, the distinction between offences occurring on the “same occasion” versus “separate occasions” can
Lawyers love our abbreviations! We think this may stem from the need to take detailed contemporaneous notes of court proceedings, interviews and
The Sentencing Act 2026 brings major reforms to the way courts deal with offenders, particularly those sentenced in the Magistrates’ Court, where
For most parents, helping a teenager learn to drive is a milestone filled with mixed emotions. On one hand, driving marks an exciting step
Geoffrey Miller Solicitors are open until 5:00pm on 23rd December 2025. A skeleton team will be available for urgent calls on 29th and 30th December
When someone is accused of a motoring offence (for example, speeding), the law requires that they be given timely notice that a prosecution is being