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If you are under investigation for Causing Serious Injury by Careless Driving, contact our specialist motoring offences solicitors without delay.
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Facing an allegation of causing Careless Driving?
If you are under investigation for causing serious injury by driving without due care and attention, also known as careless or inconsiderate driving, we advise you to contact our team as soon as possible.
At JHR Solicitors, we specialise in all criminal motoring offences, with over a decade of experience defending clients accused of causing serious injury by careless driving. Our team has an extensive understanding of motoring law and is well-positioned to help you build a strong defence.
Many drivers facing charges for offences of this nature feel they have no choice but to accept the allegations and potential penalties. However, this is not always the case. Contact us to learn how we can assist you.
The offence of Causing Injury by Careless Driving
The offence of driving without due care and attention arises when the standard of someone’s driving falls below that of a competent driver. The offence of causing serious injury by careless driving is committed when someone suffers serious injury as a consequence of careless driving.
The offence carries a maximum penalty of 2 years imprisonment as well as a mandatory driving disqualification of at least 12 months.
The offence can be dealt with either in the Crown Court or the Magistrates’ Court. It is imperative that legal advice is sought from the earliest stage possible as police station interviews are a crucial stage in the criminal investigation.
Defences for Causing Injury by Careless Driving Allegations
There are several defences that may be used in response to the “careless” allegation, including:
- The fault lay with the other driver – this would likely need to be substantiated via the service of a collision reconstruction expert report.
- Unexpected vehicle malfunctions.
- Environmental factors e.g. contract/sun blindness.
- Unexpected illness suffered by the driver.
- All potential defences will need to be assessed at the earliest stage possible.
Who we are and how we can help
We are a firm that specialises in all motoring offences, including both careless and dangerous driving cases. With years of experience, we are well-equipped to assist you with any driving-related offence. Our team has handled cases before the High Court and dealt with a wide range of complex traffic matters.
While based in the Greater Manchester area, we represent clients across the UK.
If you are under police investigation for a careless driving offence, contact us today and we will happily discuss your case in detail and explain how we can assist you.
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What are the penalties for Causing Injury by Careless Driving?
The offence carries a maximum penalty of 2 years imprisonment as well as a mandatory driving disqualification of at least 12 months. Other penalties can include fines, driving licence points, and community orders.
The details of the specific incident, including the extent of the injuries and the level of carelessness involved as well as any mitigating factors such as genuine remorse, are key factors in shaping the legal outcome.
Furthermore, the level of culpability and the injury caused can also influence sentencing.
The court also considers factors such as previous driving convictions, your character and driving history, whether you were under the influence of drugs/alcohol, and the impact on the victim.
How can a motoring solicitor help?
Our team can provide expert advice, representation both in the police station as well as in Court.
We will advise you at every step of the way as to whether we take the view that you should be either pleading guilty or if there is genuine merit in defending the case.
Is it possible to avoid a driving ban?
The offence carries a mandatory driving ban upon conviction. The only means of avoiding a disqualification would be to plead not guilty and be acquitted after trial, or for the prosecution to discontinue the case.
How long does it take for a typical case to resolve?
Cases of this type can take months, if not years to reach a conclusion, particularly if you are pleading not guilty and taking the case to trial.
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Our fees
Our fees for dealing with such an allegation are significantly more than for other, less serious matters such is the seriousness and complexity of these types of cases. We would therefore strongly urge you to check your car insurance policy to check if you have Legal Expenses Insurance (LEI). If so, your insurer could fund your legal fees in relation to the matter.
If you do not have LEI, or do not wish to use your policy, we offer fixed fees for our services.
Frequently Asked Questions
– Can a civil claim be made even if there is no conviction for careless or dangerous driving?
Yes, this is a possibility, however you will need to either refer this issue to your insurance company or instruct a specialist civil solicitor.
– What types of injuries are considered “serious” under criminal driving legislation?
In order to prove “serious injury”, the prosecution must prove that physical harm which amounts to grievous bodily harm was caused. This generally would consist of injuries that have resulted in disabilities/broken bones or physical scarring.
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