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Sorry if this has been posted before, found it on another forum, and thers more than a ring of truth in it.
Speeding FAQ
Its long, but worth the read.
Q What happens if I ignore the fixed penalty notice?
It’s a quick way for us to get our money. Failure to reply and we will take it to court, and can issue a larger fine
Q I have received a notice of intended prosecution. Now what?
You are required to complete the form and we will send you a conditional offer of £60 + 3 penalty points. We would rather you do this, as its easier for us and we make the most from it
Q What if I choose to go to court?
The magistrates will then decide of the best action. Unless you know a few things of how to get out of it, your f**ked.
Q What if I don’t know who was driving
We don’t really care about this, as long as we get the money and someone gets the points.
Q Are my human rights infringed if I respond to the notice?
Yes, but many people don’t know this and pay up.
Q What if I cannot produce all the required documents?
If you do not complete all required documents and return by the date (approx 4 days time) then you will be taken to court.
Q What is the alternative to the fixed penalty system?
It will be taken to the magistrates court. You do not have to attend (please don’t) so it makes it easier for us to bump up the fine.
Q What if I cannot find my driving licence. What should I do?
You will have to apply to DVLA Swansea for a new driving licence. You are required to have the licence to us within 7 working days. DVLA Swansea have a deal where you can get a replacement licence within 4 days for £137.43.
Q What should I do if my name/address details have changed but my driving licence has not yet been updated?
You can still send the driving licence to the fixed penalty office, together with your £60 (extremely important) to avoid exceeding the time limit. When its returned you can then send the licence to DVLA Swansea to be changed. But be aware that its an offence not to keep your information upto date and DVLA Swansea will be notified.
Q I passed my driving test less than 2 years ago. Can I still be dealt with by the fixed penalty system?
Yes, unless this will the your 6 points, where you will be banned. You can take it to court, but you’ll most likely get a larger fine and banned anyway. And then you will have to pay DVLA for theory and driving tests again.
Q What if my licence was issued by an authority other than DVLA Swansea. E.g a foreign licence
You should still send the £60 and licence to us, but we cant give points.
Q How do I know the sites are legal
To save you the time and trouble, most aren’t.
Q I have a clean driving history. Will this be taken into consideration?
We don’t give a [Censored] about your past. We caught you speeding (probably where you could safely do it) and that’s it.
Q Can I have a higher fine and no points?
Yes. Its an extra £300 per point. If you choose to take the points, your insurance will probably go up more, and we get back hands from the insurance companies, so we win either way.
Q Who decides where the speed enforcement takes place?
This is decided by some fat bloke who drives around looking for places where your most likely to speed. I.e. nice clear open roads miles away from kids playing. Means we can see you speeding easier.
Q Can I appeal against this notice
You can challenge it in court, but you will most likely get a higher fine, some of which is paid to the magistrates, who is in on the deal.
Q what if I think the equipment was faulty. Can I have a copy of the calibration certificate?
Most of our equipment is second hand from ebay. They don’t get calibrated, because many record a speed approx 20% higher than what your actually going. Makes us more money to keep them like that.
Q what is a conditional offer
This gives you a chance to settle the matter outside of court. We would prefer this route because there are only a few forms and its easier for us. Also, if everyone too it to court, we wouldn’t get anywhere
Q How long will the points remain on my licence
3 years, but cannot be removed from your licence until after 4 years so insurance companies can bump up your premium
Q The vehicle was being driving by one of my employees. What do I do next?
You should have records of who was driving and be able to provide us with someone to fine. Please try and keep it simple so we have less paperwork
Q What if I already have 9 points on my licence within 3 years of the date of this offence?
Poor you. Looks like your going to get banned.
Q isn’t this all about making money out of motorists?
Yes. Motorists are the best way of making money. Just look at fuel prices.
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