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Solicitors Driving and Motoring Offence

Driving and motoring offences in the UK range from minor speeding penalties to serious charges like dangerous driving or driving under the influence. Punishments can include penalty points on your licence, disqualification from driving, or even imprisonment in severe cases. If you’ve been charged with a motoring offence, professional legal advice can help you understand your options and defend your licence.

  • Speeding: Exceeding the legal limit, often detected by cameras or roadside checks.
  • Drink driving: Operating a vehicle with alcohol levels above the legal limit (35 micrograms of alcohol per 100ml of breath).
  • Drug driving: Being over specified drug limits (prescription or illegal substances) while in control of a vehicle.
  • Dangerous driving: Driving in a manner that falls far below the standard expected of a careful driver, posing significant risk to others.
  • Careless driving: Also known as driving without due care and attention, including behaviours such as tailgating or lane-hogging.
  • Driving without insurance: Operating a vehicle without valid insurance coverage, which can lead to fines, points, or disqualification.

A motoring solicitor can:

  • Assess your case: Reviewing evidence, police reports, and any procedural errors (for example, faulty speed camera or improper roadside testing).
  • Mitigate penalties: Negotiating with the prosecution to reduce charges or argue special reasons to avoid disqualification.
  • Represent you in court: Presenting your defence, cross-examining witnesses, and advocating for a lenient sentence or dismissal of charges.

Costs vary depending on the offence and how complex the defence is. Many solicitors charge £100–£300 per hour, though some offer fixed fees for standard cases, such as speeding offences or early guilty pleas. If the offence is very serious (for example, causing death by dangerous driving), legal aid may be available. An initial consultation, often discounted or free, helps you understand likely costs and potential outcomes.

Kieran HENRY

Stockport SK1 3SU

Kieran HENRY  Stockport

Driving and Motoring Offence Solicitor Stockport

33 years of experience

From 100 £ and 200 £

Accepts legal aid in Driving and Motoring Offence

At a glance : Kieran Henry is an experienced solicitor based in Stockport with 32 years of expertise in criminal law, family law, mediation, and civil litigation. As the founding member of his own law firm, Kieran has built a reputation for his fearless approach to legal practice and his thorough, case-focused preparation. He is known fo...

James Melvin

Guildford GU1 2AB

James Melvin  Guildford

Driving and Motoring Offence Solicitor Guildford

27 years of experience

From 150 £ and 200 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : James Melvin, an independent lawyer in Guildford, specializes in criminal law, fraud, and motoring offenses. With over 26 years of experience, James Melvin offers comprehensive legal services in various areas, including: Criminal Defense: Representing clients facing criminal charges, ensuring their rights are protected thro...

Hollingsworth Edwards Solicitors

Driving and Motoring Offence Solicitor London

5 Solicitors

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Hollingsworth Edwards is a highly reputable and successful law firm based in West London, representing clients across the UK and internationally. With expertise in a wide range of legal areas, including criminal law, fraud, employment, family law, divorce, immigration, wills, trusts, estate planning, and litigation, the fir...

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David Backhouse

Bedfordshire LU7 1DP

David Backhouse  Bedfordshire

Driving and Motoring Offence Solicitor Bedfordshire

29 years of experience

From 200 £ and 200 £

Accepts legal aid in Driving and Motoring Offence

At a glance : David Backhouse is a highly experienced criminal defense lawyer based in Bedfordshire, with 28 years of legal practice. Specializing in criminal law and motoring offenses, David has built a strong reputation for defending clients against a wide range of charges. His expertise covers offenses such as speeding, drink driving,...

James Tomkins

London NW10 4UA

James Tomkins  London

Driving and Motoring Offence Solicitor London

33 years of experience

From 325 £ and 325 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : James Tomkins is a highly experienced litigation and dispute resolution lawyer based in London, with 32 years of expertise in civil, commercial, and employment law. He is a Director at Hodders Law Limited and leads the firm's Litigation and Dispute Resolution department, providing strategic legal solutions to individuals an...

Jay Shah

East Sussex BN21 4PX

Jay Shah  East Sussex

Driving and Motoring Offence Solicitor East Sussex

20 years of experience

From 220 £ and 220 £

Accepts legal aid in Driving and Motoring Offence

At a glance : Jay Shah is a Partner and Solicitor in the Criminal Defence Department. Jay graduated from Sheffield Hallum University with Law LLB (Hons.) and completed the Legal Practice Course at the University of West of England – Bristol Institute of Legal Practice. He qualified as a Solicitor in May 2006 and was admitted as a Duty So...

Kevan Groves

Essex CM2 0RG

Kevan Groves  Essex

Driving and Motoring Offence Solicitor Essex

20 years of experience

From 180 £ and 180 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Kevan Groves is an experienced solicitor based in Essex with a career spanning over three decades in the legal profession. Qualifying as a solicitor in 2006, Kevan brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice, having previously worked as a solicitor's clerk for 30 years. With a focus on litigation, Kevan regul...

Stephen Oldham

Uttoxeter ST14 5AL

Stephen Oldham  Uttoxeter

Driving and Motoring Offence Solicitor Uttoxeter

25 years of experience

From 250 £ and 250 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Stephen Oldham is a specialist lawyer based in Uttoxeter, with over 24 years of experience in motoring offences, including drink driving, speeding, and other driving-related charges. Areas of Expertise Motoring Law Driving and Motoring Offence Speeding Drink Driving Criminal Law Stephen Oldham Solicitors offers direct legal...

Ademola AKILO

Luton LU1 2QH

Ademola AKILO  Luton

Driving and Motoring Offence Solicitor Luton

28 years of experience

From 150 £ and 300 £

Accepts legal aid in Driving and Motoring Offence

At a glance : Ademola AKILO, a lawyer based in Luton, brings over 27 years of experience in a wide range of legal fields, including criminal law, fraud, motoring, family law, divorce, civil partnerships, immigration litigation, court claims, and healthcare law. Ademola is a versatile and dedicated solicitor, eager to take on new challeng...

Patrick Campbell

Patrick Campbell

Stockport SK5

Patrick Campbell Avocat Stockport

Driving and Motoring Offence Solicitor Stockport

3 Solicitors

Established in 2005

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : I am a solicitor and one of the founding partners of BCM Law LLP, and have over twenty years experience in the legal profession. Before setting up BCM I worked for a leading motoring offence Solicitors. I have been quoted regularly in the media and am an ADR accredited Civil and Commercial Mediator. I specialise in Motoring...

Debra Williamson

Buckinghamshire SLP 0BG

Debra Williamson  Buckinghamshire

Driving and Motoring Offence Solicitor Buckinghamshire

33 years of experience

From 225 £ and 225 £

Accepts legal aid in Driving and Motoring Offence

At a glance : Debra Williamson is a highly experienced solicitor based in Buckinghamshire, with 32 years of legal expertise. She specialises in wills, trusts, and estate matters, as well as driving and motoring offences. As the founder and head of MDW Solicitors, Debra is committed to providing a modern legal approach tailored to the nee...

Dean Smith

Cardiff CF24 5PJ

Dean Smith  Cardiff

Driving and Motoring Offence Solicitor Cardiff

12 years of experience

From 192 £ and 192 £

Accepts legal aid in Driving and Motoring Offence

At a glance : Dean Smith is a highly skilled solicitor based in Cardiff with 11 years of experience, specialising in criminal law, employment law, litigation, dispute resolution, conveyancing, consumer rights, and commercial law. His diverse legal practice encompasses complex matters such as workplace disputes, redundancy, medical malpra...

Qarrar SOMJI

Birmingham B12 0NS

Qarrar SOMJI  Birmingham

Driving and Motoring Offence Solicitor Birmingham

12 years of experience

From 165 £ and 375 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Qarrar Somji is a solicitor based in Birmingham, specializing in a wide range of legal areas, including Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Bankruptcy, Civil Litigation, Court Claims, Defamation, Dispute Resolution, Divorce, Employment Law, Family Law, Insolvency, Landlord & Tenant Litigation, Neighbour Disputes, Trib...

James Byrne

Stockport SK5 7DL

James Byrne  Stockport

Driving and Motoring Offence Solicitor Stockport

35 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : James Byrne is an experienced solicitor based in Stockport, with a career spanning over four decades. He graduated from Manchester University Law School in 1986 and qualified as a solicitor in 1990. Throughout his extensive career, James has built a wealth of legal experience, handling thousands of personal injury, employme...

Nicola Palfrey

London W6 7PJ

Nicola Palfrey  London

Driving and Motoring Offence Solicitor London

20 years of experience

From 160 £ and 220 £

Accepts legal aid in Driving and Motoring Offence

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Kaizad Cassad

London EC4A 1BL

Kaizad Cassad  London

Criminal Law Solicitor London

Does not accept legal aid

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Wenjie DONG

London N4 3JU

Wenjie DONG  London

Criminal Law Solicitor London

13 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Driving and Motoring Offence

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Andrew Royce

Nottingham NG1 5BS

Andrew Royce  Nottingham

Criminal Law Solicitor Nottingham

46 years of experience

From 194 £ and 194 £

Does not accept legal aid

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Sympathy NWOSU

London SW2 5UT

Sympathy NWOSU  London

Criminal Law Solicitor London

24 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

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James Davis

London W6 7PJ

James  Davis  London

Criminal Law Solicitor London

Does not accept legal aid

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