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Causing Death by Careless or Inconsiderate Driving |
Dangerous DrivingDangerous driving is one of the most serious road traffic offences. If you are prosecuted for this offence, it could be dealt with in either the Magistrates’ Court or in some cases, the Crown Court. 0161 6606 183
To prove that you have committed this offence, the prosecution have to show that your driving has fallen far below the standard of the competent and careful driver and also that it was obvious to a competent careful driver that the manner in which you drove was dangerous, i.e. that there was a considerable risk of damage or injury. As with careless driving allegations, the evidence against you will usually consist of statements from witnesses. It may be that you dispute the allegations they are making. This is something that would have to be raised at trial for the Court to consider. It may often be necessary to instruct an expert to prepare reports particularly if an accident has occurred. This is a serious criminal allegation that can result in a custodial sentence of up to 2 years in the Crown Court or 6 months in the Magistrates’ Court. There is also a mandatory minimum period of disqualification of twelve months and it is compulsory for you to pass an extended driving test at the end of the disqualification period for you to have your driving licence restored. It is sometimes a difficult offence for the prosecution to prove and it therefore vital to enlist our specialist advice and representation. |
