The Road Traffic Lawyer's Blog

Last updated: 29/05/2017

Reduction in Drink Drive Limits for Scotland

29/05/2017

Drink Drive Limit Scotland Reduced Last Orders On Friday 05 December 2014, the Road Traffic Act 1988 (Prescribed Limit) (Scotland) Regulations 2014 will ...

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Get Ready For Winter – Campaign

29/05/2017

Over the coming weeks and months you can expect to see Police Scotland stopping and inspecting vehicles as part of the Scottish Governments Get Ready for Winter ...

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Police Crackdown on Glasgow Boy Racers

29/05/2017

Police Target Glasgow Boy Racers The slightly sexist proclamation that Glasgows boy racers are to be targeted by Police Scotland hit the news this week. The fo ...

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The Process for Speeding Tickets Resulting from Safety Cameras

29/05/2017

Safety Cameras and Speeding Offences No matter how careful a driver you are, there are times when we make a mistake. Usually, this takes the form of a flash of ...

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You Could Save 10% on your Insurance Premiums if You Use Dash Cameras

29/05/2017

A car accident is one of the scariest things that a person can experience. Only marginally less scary, but often far more frustrating, is the claims process. Th ...

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Maximum Penalties for Failing to Stop After, or Report, an Accident

29/05/2017

Law, Your duty and the Penalties for Failing to Stop After Offence Max imprisonment Max fine Disquali-fication Penalty points Causing death ...

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Dash Cameras: Improper Placement Can Put You at Risk

29/05/2017

Dash Cameras and Your Responsibility Today more and more people are using suction-mounted cameras. They provide an excellent way to record possible accidents ...

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Worst Case Scenarios

29/05/2017

Driving without car insurance or a licence is, besides a terrible idea, also a criminal offence. No Car Insurance? Its not just penalty points! Many people th ...

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Social Media and its Role in Road Traffic Prosecutions in Scotland

29/05/2017

Social Media, be careful what you post online A new breed of prosecution: social media and its role in road traffic prosecutions in Scotland. The times they ar ...

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