You are here:

Home
Criminal Law & Motoring Offences

Dangerous, Careless or Inconsiderate Driving.

Motoring offences

You may have witnessed people driving 'dangerously' or you may have been stopped for dangerous driving, but are you aware that there are other charges that fall within the same category of offence?

What is Dangerous Driving?

It's one of the most serious motoring offences a driver can commit, you are considered to be driving dangerously if the manner in which you are driving is way below that of a competent driver.

If found guilty of dangerous driving you could receive up to a six month custodial sentence, a driving ban and a fine up to £5000; if your trial is heard in a Crown Court, the prison sentence could be up to two years, an unlimited fine, and a driving ban.

Some examples of dangerous driving -

- Road rage
- Driving when you shouldn't, for example with a broken leg
- Driving when your vehicle was defective, endangering others.

Inconsiderate Driving.

We all have experience of drivers being inconsiderate, but does the law have the same view?

Some examples are-

- Not dipping your headlights
- Driving too slow
- Using a bus lane to queue jump
- Lane hogging on the motorway
- Even deliberately splashing people.

If you think it's inconsiderate driving then it could well be, the difficulty here is intent, people do forget to dip their headlights, most of us have driven through a puddle and splashed someone by accident, but if you had done those things deliberately and it was proven, then you could be prosecuted for inconsiderate driving, and face points, a fine or maybe prosecution in court.

Careless Driving.

Often called driving without due care and attention, this is when you're driving falls below that of a standard driver, and is the lesser offence to Dangerous Driving.
If you are accused and found guilty of careless driving you can expect a minimum of three points on you license.

If you have been stopped for any of the above offences it's important to seek legal assistance as soon as possible and to ensure you record all the details of the incident, as this may help your defence.

related news

Agricultural Law.

Aviation Law Solicitors.

This is a highly specialised area of the Law and covers both aircraft and their facilities as well as many other areas detailed here.

Charity Law Solicitors.

As a charity it is important to understand your legal obligations and rights, a Charity Law solicitor swill be able to help with this, find Charity Law Solicitors from Solicitors.com

Civil Liberties and Human Rights | Solicitors.com

Solicitors.com - if you are looking to take action under the Human Rights Act, understand your rights and how a solicitor can assist you.

Construction and Civil Engineering Law | Solicitors.com

Consumer Law, Consumer problems.

We have produced a few guides to help you but would recommend that you speak to a solicitor as all situations are different.

Education solicitors | Solicitors.com

Travel & Tourism Law Solicitors.

Holiday Claims.

Mental Health Solicitors.

News and Information on Mental Heath legal issues.

Property Abroad.

If you are looking to buy a property abroad you will need expert legal advice, this section details services provided, and offers guidance on how to find a solicitor for your needs.

recent articles

Double Jeopardy Law

What is Double Jeopardy? and is it still Law in the UK?..

link

Anti-Social Behaviour

Anti-Social Behaviour.
Anti-social behaviour is defined as activities that are unacceptable and reduce the quality of life for others, this could be by harassm..

Children and the law - Committing a crime

Children and the law - Committing a crime.
A child under 10 will not be charged with a criminal offence but they can face consequences for their actions.
The..

Motoring Offences | Drink Driving.

Motoring Offences - Drink Driving.
If you have been stopped for drink driving it is important that you obtain legal advice as soon as possible and, to assist y..

What is a Section 60 notice?

Over 2000 section 60 notices have been issued in London last year..

link

Cautions, warnings and penalty notices.

Police cautions and warnings are the same and can be issued to anyone over the age of ten for minor offences, whilst this does not count as a conviction it can..

Bail

What is Bail in the UK - If you have been charged with a crime you can be released on bail from the police station, which means you will be able to go home but..

Points on your Driving License

Points on your Driving License - What happens when you receive points on your Driving Licence, How long do they stay, how many points until you are banned from..

Stop and Search Laws to be changed?

Police Chiefs are calling for a change in the 'stop and search' l..

link

What is a Section 60 notice?

Over 2000 section 60 notices have been issued in London last year, what are they and do they work?..

Wilful Neglect.

Social workers could face up to five years in jail should they prove guilty of wilful neglect towards children, if consultation decides to extend the law to inc..

Dangerous Driving.

You may have witnessed people driving, 'dangerously' or you may have been stopped for dangerous driving, but are you aware that there are other charges that fal..

Is there anything wrong with this page? - any amendments will receive accreditation - email us

Solicitors.com are not a firm of solicitors, and any content on the site should not be used in substitute for obtaining Legal advice from a solicitor regulated in the UK, Solicitors.com recommends that you contact a firm of solicitors to discuss your individual legal requirement. Whilst we strive to bring you accurate up to date content, all content on this site is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct. Use of this site does not create a client relationship.

Information by area of law

Conveyancing Solicitors.

Step by step guide to help you understand the process of Conveyancing and moving.

Criminal Solicitors.

We have put together a few guidance notes for your help with Criminal law matters, if you require a solicitors please use the search facility or ask a question.

Commercial law.

If you are looking for a commercial solicitor understand your options by contacting one of the 100s of commercial law firms on solicitors.com

Clinical or Medical Negligence Solicitors

If you are considering making a claim for Medical Negligence understand your rights and the process, find a medial compensation solicitor via solicitors.com.

Personal Injury Claims.

If you have suffered an injury and are looking to make an accident claim for compensation, understand how a personal injury Solicitors can help make you injury claim for you.

Debt Collection Solicitors.

The amount of money owing may dictate the route you take to reclaim your money, we recommend that you discuss your situation with a solicitor, or you can call the CAB on 08454 04 05 06.

Dental Negligence Solicitors

To undertake a dental negligence claim you must have sustained an injury or damage, as a result of the dental treatment understand the options available to you.

Employment Law Solicitors.

Employment Law Solicitors for Employeees.

Family Law Solicitors.

Family Law Solicitors can help you resolve the problems which may arise in the break-up of relationships, including financial issues and matters concerning any children.

Motoring Offences Solicitors.

Will be able to assist on all areas of Motoring Law for Example Drink Driving, Dangerous Driving, Careless Driving, Totting Up, Speeding, Driving Without Insurance motor offences.

Will & Probate

Find a solicitor that can assist with wills, probate and estate planning in your area.

Tenant Solicitors

Tenant solicitors will be able to help with any housing related problems.