Going to court

Feb 18

By MAJ Law

Nov 8

By MAJ Law

Exceptional Hardship For Penalty Points

There has been some uproar in the news recently regarding figures posted by the DVLA as to the amount of points that some drivers have on their licence. Statistics report that a total of 10,056 drivers hold a valid licence despite having at least 12 points. 3 male drivers hold a licence despite…

Jan 22

By Conor Johnstone

Can you go to prison for Drink Driving?

Will you go to jail for drink driving? Prison is every person's worst nightmare. If you've been charged with drink driving you may be wondering if the chance of prison is realistic. This blog aims to answer some of the most common questions about drink driving prison sentences.

Jan 22

By MAJ Law

Get It Off Your Chest - Charity Bench Press 2024

On Saturday 20th January, M.A.J attended the 'Get If off Your Chest' charity bench press event. The event was held at 'Northern Strength' gym in Warrington in aid of men's mental health and fitness. In total £1500 was raised. All proceeds went towards the Warrington Wolves Foundation support groups…

Jul 6

By Conor Johnstone

Drink & Drug Driving Trials in the Magistrates’ Court – M.A.J. Law

Drink driving, drug driving and failing to provide a specimen are all known as ‘summary only offences’. This means that they can only be tried in the Magistrates’ Court. A Magistrates’ Court will consist of 3 lay Magistrates, or a District Judge sitting alone. There are no gowns, wigs or juries in…

Feb 27

By MAJ Law

‘Make a Plea’ scheme

Motorists accused of minor motoring offences will now be able to enter a formal plea online via the government following a successful scheme. The Government’s ‘Make a plea’ programme, which has recently been trialled at Manchester Magistrates’ Court, will allow drivers to register their response to…