Looking for the quick facts? Here are the key statistics our research into drug driving uncovered: 1 in 20 of people in the UK admit to having driven a car at least once while under the influence of illegal drugs 3% say they regularly do so 1 in 20 admit to having driven while drowsy […]
Did you know it’s possible to avoid a six-month driving ban as a result of a driving offence or conviction? It’s not easy, though, as you have to prove to the court that you would suffer exceptional hardship if your license was revoked. This means that the hardship you would endure would be unreasonable, and the court […]
Convicted driver codes appear on your license once you’ve been convicted of a driving offence. They also come with penalty points – the amount depends on the offence. The most common length of time that a conviction code will stay on your license is three years. However, some convictions, especially serious offences like drink driving, will stay on […]
If you have previously had a driving conviction, you may have realised that seeking insurance becomes a lot tougher due to the higher premiums. When insurers calculate your premium, it is not just the driver itself that factors into the pricing. There are many factors including, address, occupation and a big factor is the vehicle. […]
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In March 2015, the law surrounding drugs and driving changed, making it as illegal to drive with drugs in your system as it is to drive drunk. The main difference in this law was that the prosecution no longer had to prove that the drugs in the driver’s body caused any difference in the person’s […]
After you have received a criminal conviction, driving conviction, or finished a driving ban, it can be difficult to find insurance. This is because all types of insurance prices are based on risk and the likelihood that the insurer would have to pay out a claim during the policy. Whether it is travel, home, motor insurance, or […]
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Understanding the duration of a driver’s conviction is crucial, as it directly impacts how long it stays on their licence and how long they must declare it to certain authorities. For instance, drink driving offences and some more serious convictions remain on your licence for 11 years. These include drink and drug offences shown on the driving record […]
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If you’ve been caught drink-driving, it’s important to know how long the conviction stays on your licence and the penalties associated with it. It can be tough to know the punishments for drink driving, as there are various levels of penalties. Reckless and dangerous driving, for example, stays on your license for 4 years. So, […]
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Around 8,000 casualties and 240 deaths are witnessed from drink driving every year. However, we understand that good people can make mistakes. There are, of course, no good excuses for drunk driving, but we are all humans and can make errors in judgement. The post below explains what to do and what to expect when you are […]
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Being convicted of drink driving (a DR10 penalty) can result in many negative outcomes. You could face a large fine, a hefty levy of points on your licence, a driving ban for 12 months, and even, in some cases, a prison sentence. It will also alter your current insurance policy when you obtain points on your licence after a conviction. Insurance […]