Askews Legal LLP – Driving Offences Solicitors in Stratford upon Avon
At Askews Legal LLP, we take immense pride in delivering outstanding service. As a highly commended Legal 500 law firm, our partner-led team is dedicated to offering a service that is empathetic, approachable, and cost-effective, while striving for the best possible outcomes. For over a decade, we have been serving Stratford-upon-Avon and the Warwickshire area with a wide array of legal services, including individual and business law.
Driving Offences Solicitors Stratford upon Avon
Our driving offences solicitors in Stratford-upon-Avon boast comprehensive expertise, providing legal advice on a range of motoring offences such as speeding, drink driving, and causing death by dangerous driving. We can assist in defending against a potential driving ban, aim to reduce the disqualification period, or help to evade a conviction. With a reputation for excellence, our driving offences solicitors in Stratford-upon-Avon offer clients reassurance, knowing that we will work tirelessly for the most favourable outcome. As a highly commended Legal 500 law firm, you can trust Askews’ driving offences solicitor in Stratford-upon-Avon to help you get back on the road.
Frequently asked questions
Below are some common questions we are asked about motoring offences.
What is a Fixed Penalty Notice?
Minor traffic offences such as speeding are usually dealt with via a Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) rather than through the Magistrates’ Court. An FPN can be issued on the spot by the police or sent through the post. If you pay the FPN you will avoid prosecution. However, if you believe the FPN was wrongly issued or there has been a mistake, we can advise and represent you in Court.
What types of sentences apply to road traffic offences?
Several sentences can apply if you are found guilty of a motoring offence, including:
- penalty points added to your licence
- disqualification from driving
- community service
- fines
- a prison sentence
You can also be ordered to pay compensation.
Is road rage a specific offence?
Most of us have lost our temper at some point when driving. Incidents of road rage can range from making a rude gesture to another driver to causing grievous bodily harm or even death.
There is no specific offence of road rage. However, you can be charged with offences committed whilst being furious with a fellow driver. For example, if another driver cuts you off and you start tailgating them, you could be charged with careless or (more likely) dangerous driving. Threatening to attack or actually harming someone is likely to lead to a charge of assault and/or battery.
Incidents of road rage can be frightening for the victim and other road users. When it comes to sentencing, the Court of Appeal in R. v Howells (Frank Thomas) [2002] EWCA Crim 1608; [2003] 1 Cr. App. R. (S.) 61 declared:
“We deduce that for road rage cases of dangerous driving, where no accident nor injury results, and where there is no consumption of alcohol, but where there is ample evidence to suggest furious driving in temper with an intent of causing fear and possible injury, the appropriate sentencing bracket lies between 6 and 12 months.”
If you have been charged with any offence in connection with road rage, contact us immediately.
Fees
Depending upon the complexity we are able to offer fixed fees in some cases. In other cases our solicitors chargethe following hourly rate:
- Partner/Member SolicitorHourly rate of £250 + VAT
- Senior Solicitor or Head of Dept: (PQE 8yr+)Hourly rate of £225 + VAT
- Assistant Solicitor/Fee Earner (PQE 3/7yr)Hourly rate of £200 + VAT
- Newly Qualified Fee Earner (PQE 1/3yr)Hourly rate of £170 + VAT
- Paralegals/TraineesHourly rate of £120 + VAT
- Support ParalegalsHourly rate of £100 + VAT
