Anti-Speed Camera Petition

[Claw75]

that's odd Graham.  I had a notice of prosecution a few weeks ago.  I knew it was me driving the car at the time, so easy enough to hold my hands up, but they did offer to show me photographic evidence before I filled in and returned the form if I wanted it.  Are you sure that's not an option for you?  Seems a bit harsh otherwise - give them a call.

[Dingdell]

Popped home to be greeted by a speeding notice of prosecution. There's obviously a good chance it was me, but on the day in question, I was off work and the time is 10.26 - I'm not usually out and about this early on my days off (I am up though!)

One thing I don't particularly agree with is the process of proceedings here.   I'm not 100% sure it was me.  I've had it before with a parking ticket - my registration number but a totally different make and model of car - something not right so I was let off, not to mention I was about 300 miles away.

The form I have to fill in says am I guilty or not.  If I'm not convinced it was me, but the only way I can get a photo is to take the matter to court, by which time, I'm in a lot deeper and get more penalty if it is me, but I'm being asked to say O100% it was me before I'm certain it is. 

I guess I'll just have to confess, but whatever happened to innocent until proven guilty?  All I want is a bit of proof.

Often they give you a web address you can access which shows you the picture. Mine came with a photo attached. You should give them a ring and they might send it to you or wait until Tikay gets on line - he's the expert when it comes to speed cameras.

[Graham C]

Just called and was told that I have to submit in writing for the photo.  Not sure I can be arsed tbh, it was probably me, I'm just a little surprised and mildly amused the prosecution process.

Is it 3 points you get?  Any ideas on the fine?

[Claw75]

Just called and was told that I have to submit in writing for the photo.  Not sure I can be arsed tbh, it was probably me, I'm just a little surprised and mildly amused the prosecution process.

Is it 3 points you get?  Any ideas on the fine?

I got 3 points and £60 fine for holding my hands up

[Graham C]

bit harsh, what about for the speeding?

 

It's (probably) a fair cop, that's not too bad

Thanks

[rex008]

Depends on the speed - I got 3pts and £100 for 50 in a 30 (yes, I know, but it was a blatantly low speed limit for that particular section of road, and the cops obviously knew it, hiding at the bottom of the hill with a laser). The NIP doesn't always say what speed they got you at - may be worth finding out before pleading guilty. 60 in a 30 might get you an insta-ban, for instance.

The absolute number 1 site for road offence advice is www.pepipoo.com (and no, I've no idea why its called that). Visit the FAQ page first, then the forums for detailed advice. Very handy.

[Royal Flush]

The picture they send is useless for identifying the driver, you just get the car.

[TheChipPrince]

The picture they send is useless for identifying the driver, you just get the car.

Sounds like a man with experience of such things... 

[Ginger]

Sadly the pic isn't always useless, I got caught going a little too fast (...ahem) and was hoping the picture would be vague, or even not me driving (there was a small chance). Sadly it was clear as a bell and I ended up getting 5 points with a £100 fine, tbh I felt extremely lucky as I should of really had a insta ban.

[Graham C]

blimey, what a bunch of crims you all are

I was 'only' doing 50 in a 40  limit, it was a dual carraige way though.  LOL at me justifying it.

[Claw75]

blimey, what a bunch of crims you all are

I was 'only' doing 50 in a 40  limit, it was a dual carraige way though.  LOL at me justifying it.

pretty sure that'll be 3 points and £60 then

[Dingdell]

Driver of the car irrelevant I thought now? it's the owner of the vehicle that takes the rap nowadays isnt it?

I got off with not being able to identify the driver as the pic was from the back of the car a few years ago but I'm pretty sure that's changed now. 

[Laxie]

Driver of the car irrelevant I thought now? it's the owner of the vehicle that takes the rap nowadays isnt it?

I got off with not being able to identify the driver as the pic was from the back of the car a few years ago but I'm pretty sure that's changed now. 

No.  They just left you off because they thought you were cute.

[Graham C]

Driver of the car irrelevant I thought now? it's the owner of the vehicle that takes the rap nowadays isnt it?

I got off with not being able to identify the driver as the pic was from the back of the car a few years ago but I'm pretty sure that's changed now. 

No.  They just left you off because they thought you were cute.

double points for me then!  Best not question it

If it's not you, you have to declare who it was.

[Ginger]

Not sure Trace, mine was over two years ago. Then, it was a case of if you could show it wasn't you, and give the details of the actual driver, they got the points instead. If you didn't supply the other drivers details or refused to do so, you got the points yourself.