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Solicitor for Driving Offences
We are specialist solicitors for driving offences supporting clients nationwide in a wide range of cases. Whether you’re dealing with driving without insurance, speeding fines, or drink/drug driving allegations, our team has a proven track record in contested cases. Contact us to find out how we can assist you.
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Speeding, Drink and Drug Driving Offences, & More
JHR Solicitors is a specialist firm in defending motorists against a wide range of driving offences. Our experienced team represents clients facing charges such as:
- Speeding – from minor infractions to cases where significant fines or licence points are involved,
- Drink and Drug Driving – including allegations related to exceeding legal limits or failing to provide a specimen,
- Careless and Inconsiderate Driving – for incidents that may involve minor lapses or misunderstandings on the road,
- Dangerous Driving – addressing serious accusations where dangerous behaviour is alleged,
- Driving Without Insurance – representing clients who face charges for gaps in insurance coverage or complex policy issues,
- Failure to Provide a Specimen – including breath, blood, or urine samples requested by the police in specific situations,
- Failing to Stop or Report an Accident – ensuring clients are supported when incidents occur on the road,
- Using a Mobile Phone While Driving – for cases where phone use is alleged.
We assist clients across England and Wales, combining our extensive experience and deep understanding of motoring law to deliver the best possible outcomes.
Our firm’s focus solely on driving offences allows us to provide strategic, precise advice and skilled representation tailored to the unique challenges these cases present.
Over time, we have built a strong record for professionalism, effective defence, and client success in motoring law.
Get expert legal support for driving offences
Our Solicitors are dedicated to providing expert legal support to clients facing a range of motoring charges nationwide.
Whether you’re dealing with allegations of speeding, driving without insurance, or drug and alcohol-related driving offences, we leverage our excellent track record to help achieve the best possible outcome.
We’ll carefully review your case, exploring every potential defence and working to minimise penalties or prevent disqualification where possible, so you can stay on the road.
Who we are and how we can help
We are a firm specialising in all types of driving offences. With years of extensive experience, we are the perfect choice to help you with any motoring offence. We have dealt with cases before the High Court as well as all types of complex traffic charges.
Our firm is based in the Greater Manchester area; however, we represent clients nationwide.
Please give us a call if you are subject to an investigation and we will be happy to discuss your case in detail and explain how we can help you.
If we advise that you should plead guilty, then we can assist on a guilty plea basis and represent you at Court with a view to mitigating your sentence.
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‘How can a solicitor for driving offences help me?’
Our goal is to help you keep your driving licence, avoid a conviction, or lessen the penalties you may face. If you’ve received a notice of intended prosecution (NIP), it’s important to reach out to a qualified driving offences solicitor immediately. We will thoroughly review all evidence to construct a robust defence, ensuring you maintain your driving privileges. For expert advice, contact our motoring offence solicitors today at 020 8798 3963.
Many driving offences can lead to an automatic driving ban of at least 12 months. More serious violations can result in severe penalties, including prison sentences and substantial fines. If you have been involved in a fatal accident, don’t hesitate to get in touch with JHR’s specialist Driving Offence Team at 020 8798 3963.
With years of experience, our dedicated team has a strong track record of defending various driving offences, which is essential for helping you keep your driving licence and remain on the road.
Our committed team of motoring offence lawyers is focused on achieving the best possible outcome for you, ensuring that you can keep your licence and continue driving.
What should I do if I receive a Notice of Intended Prosecution?
If you have received a NIP, get in touch with us right away to consult with our team before completing or returning any paperwork to the police.
We will review the notice you received and advise you on whether, and how, to complete it if needed.
Many technical defences rely on this stage being handled correctly by the police, so discussing your case with an experienced solicitor for driving offences now could be crucial.
What should I do if I haven’t received the Notice of Intended Prosecution within 14 days?
Under Section 1 of the Road Traffic Act, a notice of intended prosecution must be sent to the registered vehicle keeper within 14 days for most driving offences. However, there are exceptions to this requirement, including:
- If an accident occurred due to your vehicle’s presence on the road
- If the police issued a verbal warning at the time of the alleged offence
- If you have been offered a fixed penalty
- If the offence is exempt from this rule due to specific statutory provisions
How can driving offences be defended?
Defending against driving offences can involve a variety of strategies, depending on the specific circumstances of your case. Several common defences may be applicable, including challenging the validity of the evidence, questioning the reliability of speed detection devices, or demonstrating that you had a reasonable excuse for your actions.
For instance, in cases of speeding, we might investigate whether the speed camera was properly calibrated or if the operator followed the correct procedures. In other situations, such as driving without insurance, we can explore whether you were misled about the validity of your coverage.
Each case is unique, and the appropriate defence will depend on the details involved. To learn more about the specific defences available for various driving offences, please visit our dedicated pages on each type of offence.
If you have questions or need tailored advice, don’t hesitate to contact us for expert legal support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What if the police say they want to speak to me about a driving incident?
This will likely indicate that the police want to interview you under caution. You are entitled to legal representation if so, therefore, please get in touch if you are in this position.
Should I attend court for a driving offence?
This will depend on the severity of the alleged offence and the importance of your driving licence. We can talk you through your options if you give us a call.
What happens if you plead guilty to driving offence?
You will receive either penalty points or a driving disqualification.
Do driving offences show on DBS?
Some offences are “recordable” e.g. drink driving/failure to provide a specimen. These offences will be added to your criminal record. Offences such as speeding and driving without insurance should not be recorded on your criminal record.
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