The methods used to calculate speeding fines and penalty points were
updated on April 24th 2017.
In this post we will set out what speeding could cost you under the new
system.
This is especially relevant to new drivers, who have held their licence
for less than 2 years, as some speeding offences carry 6 penalty points which
would result in a driving ban.
Ouch! Back in “L” plates!
Under the new rules, fines of between 25% and 175% of your weekly wage
will be given, depending on the seriousness of the offence.
A cap of £1000 for a minor offence and £2500 for a major offence will
exist.
A three band system will be used to determine the severity level of the
offence and the fine will be calculated on a percentage basis.
·
Band A. This will be applied to minor offences, for exceeding the speed
limit by between 1 and 10 mph. This will attract a fine of between 25% and 75%
of your weekly wage. In addition you could also receive 3 penalty points.
·
Band B. This will be applied to drivers exceeding the speed limit by
between 11mph and 20mph. The fine will be between 75% and 125% of your weekly
wage, and the possibility of between 4 and 6 penalty points.
·
Band C. This band is for the most serious speeding of over 22mph above the
speed limit. This will attract a fine of between 125% and 175% of your weekly
wage and 6 penalty points. Also if it is considered that the driver has driven,
“grossly in excess of the speed limit”, a disqualification “in excess of 56
days” can be given.
If you have had any problems with speeding, want more information, or
want to learn how to drive safely and effectively without the need to speed,
please get in touch. Our driving instructors are ready to give you all the help
and encouragement you will need.
John Lowe Driving
01452 313713.
Warm Regards,
Tom & Lisa Lowe.
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