Driving Without Insurance Solicitors
We understand that being accused of driving without insurance can be stressful, and building a strong defence can be legally complex. At Waldrons, we’re here to help improve your chances of achieving the outcome you’re aiming for through expert representation and easy-to-understand, practical legal advice.
What are the Penalties for Driving Without Insurance?
If you’re caught driving without insurance, you could be issued penalty points and a fine. The police can also seize and, in certain situations, destroy the uninsured vehicle. In more serious cases that are taken to court, heftier fines and a driving disqualification could be imposed. Exact penalties for driving without insurance may change over time, but you can find out more here.
How Waldrons Can Help You
Being accused of driving without insurance can come with severe penalties, which can have a big impact on your life, so it’s important to seek legal advice as early as possible. With more than 150 years of experience in providing specialist legal advice and representing people, you can put your trust in us at Waldrons. Our knowledgeable driving without insurance solicitors are here to work alongside you to help you make sense of complicated legal jargon and build a robust defence.
FAQs
What If I Am Driving Without Insurance by Mistake?
Even if you were unaware that you were driving an uninsured vehicle, you can still be punished. However, there are ‘special reasons’ that you may be able to use. These ‘special reasons’ can be complex, but one of our expert solicitors can work alongside you to build a strong defence. This can include:
- The person driving genuinely thought their vehicle was insured.
- The insurance policy was cancelled by the provider without notifying the driver.
- The person was driving someone else’s vehicle and believed they were insured under their policy.
What are the Consequences for New Drivers?
Under the Road Traffic (New Drivers) Act 1995, new drivers have a two-year probationary period after passing their driving test. If they receive six or more points on their licence during this time, their licence will be revoked. If this happens, the driver will have to reapply for a provisional licence and retake both their theory and practical driving tests in order to drive again.
What is a Ghost Broker?
If you see an insurance policy which is very cheap or heavily discounted, this could be a ghost broker scam. A ghost broker is a fraudster who poses as an insurance broker to sell fraudulent car insurance. They tend to operate on platforms like social media, online forums, and WhatsApp. Being scammed by a ghost broker means you won’t be legally insured, and you won’t find out until the police stop you or you make a claim.
Accreditations and Affiliations
Any solicitor can say they are experienced in what they do. We go the extra mile to demonstrate our expertise. Many of our lawyers have undertaken independent assessments of their knowledge and skills. Our accreditations give you the assurance that you are dealing with a specialist.
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