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05/06/2013
New Fixed Penalty Fines For 'Careless Driving'
New on-the-spot fines for ‘careless driving’ offences have been announced by the government.
From July police will be given new powers to issue £100 fines and three penalty points for driving offences that would usually have to go to court – such as tailgating and “hogging” the middle lane of a motorway
Alongside this, the penalty for not wearing a seatbelt, or using a phone while driving will rise to £100, and increase of £40.
Drivers however, will still be able to appeal against any decision through the courts.
(MH/CD)
From July police will be given new powers to issue £100 fines and three penalty points for driving offences that would usually have to go to court – such as tailgating and “hogging” the middle lane of a motorway
Alongside this, the penalty for not wearing a seatbelt, or using a phone while driving will rise to £100, and increase of £40.
Drivers however, will still be able to appeal against any decision through the courts.
(MH/CD)
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