Most people think that this offence simply carries 3 penalty points. In the majority of cases this is correct. However, if you were traveling significantly over the speed limit you could receive up to 6 points or in some circumstances an immediate disqualification of up to 56 days. If the circumstances warrant it, the Crown Prosecution Service will consider alternative charges of driving without due care and attention or possibly even dangerous driving. Such charges seldom succeed without additional aggravating factors. We can advise you on the most appropriate course of action and help identify the mitigating features of your case in order to present the best possible case before the court.
