This work covers offences and disputes arising from driving and being in charge of a vehicle on public roads, typically including speeding, careless or dangerous driving, drink and drug driving, penalties, disqualification and related enforcement. A solicitor practising in this area drafts statements of case, advises on evidence and defences, reviews police reports and dashcam material, negotiates with prosecutors, prepares for appearances in magistrates’ courts or the Crown Court, and helps clients appeal where appropriate. The work often involves engaging with traffic authorities, the police, insurers and, when needed, expert witnesses to challenge speeding or accident-related claims.
What a solicitor handles in these matters
The solicitor handles specific traffic acts and procedures, interprets evidential material, negotiates with the Crown Prosecution Service or the police, and coordinates representation at hearings, including contested trials or sentencings; they may also advise on loss of licence and motor insurance implications, and gather and present expert witness evidence when required.