TOR - 96 in a 70 |
TOR - 96 in a 70 |
Thu, 7 Mar 2019 - 19:38
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Member Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 13 May 2013 Member No.: 61,849 |
Hi All,
I just wanted some clarification please on the below. I was pulled over today for doing a 96 in a 70. I was given a breatherliser and swab test which were both negative. The officer showed me that he had recorded my speed using a laser speed detector (looked like a pair of binoculars). I accepted the offence and know it was a lapse of judgment on my behalf so totally inexcusable. The part which has me confused is that he told me I’d receive 3 points and £100 fine for the offence. I already have 6 points and he joked that I’d be on my last strike after this offence so I know I didn’t mishear him. He printed off the TOR and said I would receive a letter in 10-14 days. I asked him again if he was sure it would only be 3 points as when I initially saw the speed on his detector my first reaction was 6 points/ban and court summons. He said no it would only be 3 points and that I would need to be 30mph over the speed limit for it to be any more. Is this correct? I’ve looked around online and 96 falls into court summons territory but not sure why he would lie to me? This was Glouctershire county (in case that is relevant). Any clarification or advice would be much appreciated. My gut feeling is that I will be looking at a court summons with a potential ban but I’m praying/hoping the officer was telling the truth and it won’t be as severe. Thanks in advance. |
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Thu, 7 Mar 2019 - 20:23
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Member Group: Members Posts: 41,503 Joined: 25 Aug 2011 From: Planet Earth Member No.: 49,223 |
The CTO process the TOR. That excess would normally be processed at court as you say. It's not unusual for some officers to not fully understand the thresholds.
That excess will be 4-6 points, fine of 66% of weekly earnings, costs of £85 and surcharge of 10% of the fine (min £30). It should be 5 points which will bring you close to totting - but 6 points is also possible. However, if a CoFP is sent grab it with both hands! This post has been edited by Jlc: Thu, 7 Mar 2019 - 20:23 -------------------- RK=Registered Keeper, OP=Original Poster (You!), CoFP=Conditional Offer of Fixed Penalty, NtK=Notice to Keeper, NtD=Notice to Driver
PoFA=Protection of Freedoms Act, SAC=Safety Awareness Course, NIP=Notice of Intended Prosecution, ADR=Alternative Dispute Resolution PPC=Private Parking Company, LBCCC=Letter Before County Court Claim, PII=Personally Identifiable Information, SAR=Subject Access Request Private Parking - remember, they just want your money and will say almost anything to get it. |
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Thu, 7 Mar 2019 - 20:44
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Member Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 13 May 2013 Member No.: 61,849 |
Many thanks for your reply.
You have confirmed what I thought would be the outcome. I’m a bit worried as I had to attend court last year (around May time) for doing 88 in a 50 which I received 6 points for and a fine. It sounds worse than it was as it was a 70 which becomes 50 for a few hundred meters and then back to 70. I’m thinking they will look at that and think “he hasn’t learnt his lesson so we should ban him” or do they not take exisisting offences into consideration? Do you think I would need to attend court with a good defence ie exceptional hardship route to avoid a ban? |
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Thu, 7 Mar 2019 - 20:58
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Member Group: Members Posts: 4,746 Joined: 29 Oct 2008 Member No.: 23,623 |
I’m thinking they will look at that and think “he hasn’t learnt his lesson so we should ban him” or do they not take exisisting offences into consideration? Do you think I would need to attend court with a good defence ie exceptional hardship route to avoid a ban? Yes they do take previous offences into consideration - especially one that occurred so recently (assuming the matter goes to court, that is). Having said that, the court is unlikely to depart from the guidelines. These cover speeds between 91 and 100mph for which the penalty is either a ban of between 7 and 28 days or 4-6 points. My guess is that an immediate ban would not be considered and that you will get five points. (The speed is smack in the middle of the range so that should attract a penalty in the middle of the range). To be on the safe side you should have an "exceptional hardship" argument prepared (if you intend to make one) and you should not drive to court as any ban is immediate. The court may view 5pts as a good penalty because it will keep you on your toes for a couple of years. You will have to have a very well controlled right foot until May 2021. If the matter goes to court be prepared for it to take up to six months (or a little more) from the date of the offence to get your paperwork. |
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Thu, 7 Mar 2019 - 21:04
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Member Group: Members Posts: 41,503 Joined: 25 Aug 2011 From: Planet Earth Member No.: 49,223 |
Do you think I would need to attend court with a good defence ie exceptional hardship route to avoid a ban? Exceptional hardship isn't a 'defence' itself. If you tot then you will have the opportunity to submit an EH plea. How the points were gained is irrelevant and the plea is considered on it's own merits - with the impact on others carrying more weight. However, you are likely to receive a SJPN, i.e. a postal plea. You can try this route and see if they issue 5 points but they may well send it for a court hearing (to consider a ban/plea). Alternatively, you can simply ask for the matter to be heard at court. This post has been edited by Jlc: Thu, 7 Mar 2019 - 21:04 -------------------- RK=Registered Keeper, OP=Original Poster (You!), CoFP=Conditional Offer of Fixed Penalty, NtK=Notice to Keeper, NtD=Notice to Driver
PoFA=Protection of Freedoms Act, SAC=Safety Awareness Course, NIP=Notice of Intended Prosecution, ADR=Alternative Dispute Resolution PPC=Private Parking Company, LBCCC=Letter Before County Court Claim, PII=Personally Identifiable Information, SAR=Subject Access Request Private Parking - remember, they just want your money and will say almost anything to get it. |
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Fri, 8 Mar 2019 - 09:17
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Member Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 13 May 2013 Member No.: 61,849 |
Thanks for all yours replies - much appreciated.
At least now I have a better idea of what to expect. |
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Fri, 8 Mar 2019 - 09:50
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Member Group: Members Posts: 56,196 Joined: 9 Sep 2003 From: Warwickshire Member No.: 317 |
Please be aware that if (as is likely) it progresses to court then the Police have up to 6 months to commence proceedings (issue paperwork) and you may not receive it for a week or so after that, the Police often use most of that time.
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Fri, 8 Mar 2019 - 11:50
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Member Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 13 May 2013 Member No.: 61,849 |
So as I’ve been issued a TOR and a verbal NIP I shouldn’t expect to hear anything now apart from a COFP or court summons - is that correct?
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Fri, 8 Mar 2019 - 13:20
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Member Group: Members Posts: 56,196 Joined: 9 Sep 2003 From: Warwickshire Member No.: 317 |
Well a CoFP would be very unlikely, but yes.
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Fri, 8 Mar 2019 - 14:08
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Member Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 13 May 2013 Member No.: 61,849 |
Yeah I appreciate it’s very unlikely but just wanted to double check that there would be no further correspondence apart from that or a court summons.
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Fri, 8 Mar 2019 - 14:17
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Member Group: Members Posts: 56,196 Joined: 9 Sep 2003 From: Warwickshire Member No.: 317 |
Some forces do send a paper NIP even though it’s not required, so it’s not impossible you’ll get one.
-------------------- There is no such thing as a law abiding motorist, just those who have been scammed and those yet to be scammed!
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Mon, 18 Mar 2019 - 17:16
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Member Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 13 May 2013 Member No.: 61,849 |
Quick update - I received a CoFP in the post the very next morning with an offer of 3 points and £100 fine.
Naturally I signed, paid and returned the form the very same day. Many thanks for everyone’s input and advice. |
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Mon, 18 Mar 2019 - 17:32
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Member Group: Members Posts: 1,864 Joined: 2 Aug 2016 Member No.: 86,040 |
And sent your licence to where it is supposed to go ?
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Mon, 18 Mar 2019 - 17:33
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Member Group: Members Posts: 3,300 Joined: 17 Jun 2011 Member No.: 47,602 |
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Mon, 18 Mar 2019 - 19:53
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Member Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 13 May 2013 Member No.: 61,849 |
Apologies - forgot to add in the most important part which was sending my licence.
You guys made me double check then lol |
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Mon, 18 Mar 2019 - 21:07
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Member Group: Members Posts: 759 Joined: 16 Jun 2010 From: sw11 Member No.: 38,303 |
May I enquire, how certain are you that the officer said 96? As the procedure followed would indicate 86 and that you have no 'course' option remaining?
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Tue, 19 Mar 2019 - 08:18
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Member Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 13 May 2013 Member No.: 61,849 |
Very certain - my TOR also states 96mph on it.
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