Careless Or Dangerous Driving Causing Death
Causing death by careless or dangerous driving is a serious offence with severe penalties, including lengthy prison sentences. At Smalleys Solicitors, our expert Motoring Offence Solicitors are well-versed in the defences for such charges and work diligently to protect your interests and build a robust defence. We understand the stress and anxiety these charges can bring, especially if you rely on your licence for your livelihood. Our team is dedicated to providing thorough, compassionate, and effective legal representation.
Why Choose Smalleys Solicitors?
- Expert Legal Advice: Tailored guidance to navigate complex motoring laws.
- Robust Defence Strategies: In-depth understanding of available defences.
- Comprehensive Representation: From initial consultation to court proceedings.
- Supportive Environment: Compassionate support to ease your worries.
Understanding the Offences:
- Dangerous Driving: Defined by the Road Traffic Act 1988 as driving that falls far below the expected standard, posing obvious danger.
- Careless or Inconsiderate Driving: Defined as driving that falls below the standard of a competent driver, with examples including tailgating, failing to give way, and distracted driving.
Penalties:
- Dangerous Driving: Up to 14 years in prison, driving ban, and heavy fines.
- Careless Driving: Lengthy prison sentences, especially if under the influence, driving ban, and fines.
Why Choose Us:
- Experienced Representation: Regularly defending clients in police stations and courts.
- Transparent Fees: Legal aid availability and fixed fee options.
- Non-Judgemental Approach: Focused on achieving acquittal or reduced sentences.
- Comprehensive Support: Appeals against disqualification and early licence reinstatement applications.
Smalleys Solicitors provides exceptional Careless Or Dangerous Driving Causing Death and Motoring Offences services to clients. People choose and recommend us not just in Nottingham, Arnold, Hucknall, Derby and Mansfield, but across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire & the East Midlands, and the whole of the UK, because we get results.
To receive expert advice and representation regarding Careless Or Dangerous Driving Causing Death and Motoring Offences, please contact us using the form below, call us on (0115) 955 6555, email via the Request a Callback form on this contact page.