Careless Driving in Scotland: the Law

Road Traffic Act 1988 Section 3: Careless, and Inconsiderate, Driving

Careless Driving in Scotland is another common form of prosecution in respect of "bad driving". This can be dealt with in all types of court.

A person is to be regarded as driving without due care and attention if (and only if) the way he drives falls below what would be expected of a competent and careful driver.

If found guilty, between 3 and 9 points will be endorsed on the licence Depending on which court is dealing with the matter, a driver can be disqualified.

How We Can Help You Fight Your Careless Driving Charge:

We can rigorously challenge the evidence presented against you. For example, a client was recently charged with going through a set of traffic lights and colliding with a vehicle crossing the traffic lights. It was shown that there was no evidence that the client went against a green signal, and accordingly a no case to answer submission was made. The client was acquitted in this matter.

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