General Law

Jun 5

By MAJ Law

Is it Illegal to Talk on the Phone While Driving?

Mobile Phone Law Change In March 2022, the law regarding mobile phone offences was updated. The update outlined that any use of a mobile phone whilst driving (handling, moving or touching a phone) is considered a moving traffic offence! Many motorists who are sat stationary in traffic may decide to…

Apr 6

By MAJ Law

Drink Driving on Private Land | Free Legal advice | M.A.J Law Solicitors

We defend a number of different allegations that involve motor vehicles being used on private land. This could include, supermarket car parks, private roads, gated communities, farms and holiday parks. The Law In order for a motoring offence to be committed, it would normally have to happen on a…

Jan 25

By MAJ Law

Dangerous Driving vs Careless Driving: What's The Difference?

Dangerous Driving Section 1 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 makes it an offence for a person to drive a mechanically propelled vehicle dangerously on a road or other public place. The wording of the offence appears straightforward. However, a persons driving must fall far below what would be expected…

Dec 14

By MAJ Law

What is a Totting Up Disqualification and How Does It Work?

In order to 'tott up', a driver must accrue 12 or more penalty points on their driving licence within a three-year period. Of course, this is easily done. If this should happen, you will be asked to attend the Magistrates' Court so they can consider disqualifying you from driving.

Nov 9

By MAJ Law

Is careless driving a criminal offence?

When you think of careless driving, you would often think of a situation where someone has been involved in a road traffic collision. This is not always the case. Other examples of careless driving or driving without due care and attention might include:

Feb 9

By Conor Johnstone

How Do I Stop A Totting Up Driving Ban?

If you’ve been caught speeding one too many times, then you may be left asking yourself: ‘can I stop a totting up driving ban?’. These are issued when you accrue 12 or more penalty points on your licence in a three-year period – usually after three to four minor driving offences.