Avoid Speeding Tickets
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1. I wasn't driving the car at the time - am I liable?
NO! The offence is committed by the driver of the vehicle at the time in question. However, if you receive an NIP you must complete it with the name of the driver.
2. The speed camera was hidden from view - is this a good defence?
NO! Although ACPO and Government guidelines say that the camera and camera operators should be clearly visible, this is not enshrined in law.
3. How long do I have to wait to find out if I'll be prosecuted?
If you get flashed by a speed camera, the police have 14 days to send the owner of the vehicle a Notice of Intended Prosecution. If you are the registered keeper and hear nothing within 14 days you are in the clear!
4. Are all camera detectors illegal in the UK
NO! See our Camera Detectors page
5. I don't think I was speeding, am I entitled to see the evidence?
YES! Before trial you are entitled to see any evidence, written or recorded that the police intend to rely on.
6. Do the police allow a 10% leeway?
YES and NO! Technically you are not allowed to go 1mph above the speed limit and if you do it is an offence. However, some police forces will choose not to prosecute if it is only a few mph above the limit. Speed cameras may be set for higher speeds that the limit and this may be 10%, but do not rely on this.
As of 2011 the Association of Police Officers (ACPO) have agreed guidelines that in a 70mph area you will be able to do up to 86mph without getting points and instead you will have to do a speed awareness course.
The guideline is the equivalent of 10% +9mph. So in a 30mph zone the maximum to avoid points would be 42mph. 37 out of 45 forces have agreed to adopt these guidelines.
