Monday, 15 December, 2008 at 5:21 pm by Motor Lawyers
As part of the ongoing campaign against drink driving, the Police have released details of a recent study of “DIY” breath test kits. These devices, which have become increasingly popular over the last 12 months, range in price from as little as £3.50 to £16.00 and are intended to warn drivers on whether they are […]
Filed under: Motoring Advice, Motoring News
Monday, 1 December, 2008 at 8:26 pm by Motor Lawyers
December not only sees the Christmas season upon us, but the start of the now traditional drink drive campaign, which this year is aimed at discouraging party goers from the long held belief that one or two drinks will not put the driver over the limit. This message is perhaps long overdue, given that many […]
Filed under: Motoring News, Motoring Offences, Police Checks
Friday, 21 November, 2008 at 9:57 am by Motor Lawyers
A further review of the penalty points system has been proposed by the Government.
For some time, there has been concern that the Fixed Penalty system has not taking into account the severity of offences as drivers travelling at 33 mph in a 30 zone are likely to receive exactly the same penalty as those travelling at […]
Filed under: Motoring News, Motoring Offences, New Legislation
Wednesday, 2 April, 2008 at 10:33 am by Motor Lawyers
The most common offence committed by the motorist is speeding and North Wales Police, notorious for their zero tolerance for speeding, have a new weapon in their armoury.
Drivers who are upset that on previous occasions Police operations have not been entirely transparent, will be alarmed to note that part of their new covert approach, the constabulary […]
Filed under: Motoring News, Speed Cameras