Drink Driving

Feb 23

By MAJ Law

Jan 5

By MAJ Law

Police Procedure Errors in Drink Driving

Drink driving offences in England and Wales are prosecuted under strict legal rules set out in the Road Traffic Act 1988 and governed by police procedures designed to ensure fairness and accuracy. While drink driving is treated seriously by the courts, cases can be weakened - or even dismissed -…

Dec 1

By MAJ Law

Sep 3

By MAJ Law

The Psychology of Drink Driving: Why Do People Still Risk It?

Despite decades of road safety campaigns, stricter penalties, and thousands of devastating stories in the media, drink driving is still one of the biggest causes of death and serious injury on UK roads. At M.A.J Law, we’re often asked the same question by clients, families, and even judges: “Why did

May 29

By MAJ Law

Could You Still Be Over the Limit the Morning After?

“I Slept It Off - So I’m Safe to Drive” It’s a common assumption: after a few drinks the night before, you get some sleep and wake up feeling fine, so you grab your keys and head off. But could you still be over the legal limit without realising it? The answer is yes and it happens far more often…

Apr 30

By MAJ Law

Drink Driving on Private Land: Is It Legal in the UK?

It’s a common misconception: “I’m on private property, the drink driving laws don’t apply here.” But in reality, this belief could land you in serious legal trouble. We’re often asked whether it’s legal to drive after drinking alcohol if you're on private land. The answer isn’t as simple as many…