N.I.P... 36 in a 30

[jaxx]

Had it through the post this morning...
I was on my way to help a friend out, and got flashed by a fixed camera. My fault entirely...

I was just wondering though, what are the chances of being offered a speed awareness course over the points and fine? Do they have a method for selection, or is it random?

Many Thanks
Jaxx

[JP7]

Bad luck mate. At 36 in a 30 you'd be eligible for a course if that particular force offers one. They normally cost about £90 rather than the penalty of £60, but you do without the 3 points. It's determined by how much over the limit you were, if you were somewhere in the mid-40s then you wouldn't be offered it.

[dodgydog]

It should be within the limits for offering a course, IF your area does them.
I was nicked in North Wales and did the course in Wakefield, and it isn't as bad as you might think.
The important thing is to reply within the 28 days, there's nothing to be gained by delaying your reply if your area offers courses, (essentially they want a bribe to drop the points)

And keep copies of everything, including the envelope the ticket came in.
Get proof of posting when you reply as well. There are lots of cases where they say the reply didn't arrive, (equals £600 + 6 points failure to furnish details charge).


Dog

PS.
What area is it?
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[jaxx]

Thanks for the quick replies guys.

[dodgydog]

Keen in North Wales aren't they, 34 in a 30 (safety van ) cost me a morning on the course and £60 (but no points).
They should offer a course (if you're worried about the points, it's a good option). But bear in mind they are under no obligation to offer it.
Might be worth actually asking them rather than wait and see.
Whatever happens though, don't forget to reply to the original ticket within 28 days.


Dog
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[Kickstart]

[jaxx]

Indeed, I've never heard anybody showing much love towards North Wales Police!

Yeah, it's the points I'm trying to avoid. I currently have a clean licence, so would be nice to keep it that way...

Guess I'll fill in the form, and see what their response is...

Thanks again
Jaxx

[Flip]

\o Another waiting for a SP30 in North Wales. (In the car though).

[KLR600]

[junglejim]