Traffic Offence Lawyers in Birmingham

Our traffic offence services in Birmingham

Drink driving offence

Being charged with drink driving can lead to serious consequences, such as a lengthy driving ban or a substantial fine. At JD Spicer Zeb, our experienced solicitors offer tailored advice and strong representation to help protect your licence and your livelihood.

We handle all types of drink driving cases, whether you are accused of being over the limit or failing to provide a specimen. Where needed, we can instruct expert witnesses to assess the reliability of evidence and support your defence.

Our aim is to secure the best possible outcome, including avoiding conviction or securing a reduced penalty where possible.

Drug driving

If you are facing a drug driving allegation, the consequences can be severe, including a lengthy disqualification and a potential criminal record.

At JD Spicer Zeb, our solicitors provide clear, focused advice to help you understand your options and protect your future.

Whether you have been accused of driving with drugs in your system or failing to provide a specimen, we assess every detail to identify the strongest defence.

Our team will act quickly to represent you and ensure your rights are protected.

No Insurance

If you are found guilty of driving without insurance, the minimum penalty you can expect to face is six penalty points on your license and a £300 fine. However, depending on the circumstances, you could potentially face a driving ban and an unlimited fine.

The penalty you receive could depend on various factors, such as whether you have previously been convicted for driving without insurance, if you are driving without a valid license or if you are driving a higher risk vehicle, such as an HGV.

It may be possible to defend against an allegation of driving without insurance, given the right circumstances.

Failing to stop

Failing to stop for the police is a serious charge to face, that could leave you at risk of receiving a range of penalties.

If you are being accused of failing to stop for the police, it is important to contact a specialist driving offences solicitor as soon as possible. Receiving expert advice from the beginning can have a substantial impact on the outcome of your case.

It is important to note that there are two separate offences related to failing to stop in the UK: failing to stop for police, which is an offence under S163 of the Road Traffic Act and the more severe offence of failing to stop after an accident.

At JD Spicer Zeb, our specialist driving offence solicitors have many years of experience supporting individuals who have been accused of driving offences, including failing to stop for police.

Our extensive knowledge of the criminal justice system and cases involving driving offences help us provide the best possible defence for our clients.

Drunk in Charge

If you have been found in or near a vehicle whilst over the legal limit for alcohol, even if you were not driving, this could potentially amount to the offence of drunk in charge of a vehicle.

A key factor in determining guilt is whether there was a likelihood of the person driving whilst intoxicated.

A potential defence here would be to provide that the individual had no intention of driving the vehicle, such as if they were sleeping in it or using it for shelter. If found guilty, this offence can result in a driving disqualification or 10 penalty points and a fine.

Our team have experience successfully defending clients against being drunk in charge allegations.

New Driver Revocation

If you are a new qualified driver and have received six or more penalty points within the first two years of driving, then this could potentially result in an automatic revocation of your license and the need to retake both parts of the driving test.

We have experience representing newly qualified drivers who have found themselves in these situations and have managed to retain their license for them. If you find yourself in this type of situation, it is important that you engage with an expert motoring solicitor immediately.

Failing to identify the driver

If you have been accused of failing to identify the driver of a vehicle, it is important to act quickly. These cases often rely on technical evidence, and early legal advice can make a significant difference to the outcome of your case.

Our Birmingham driving offence solicitors will assess the evidence, check whether the notice was properly served, and advise on any available defences.

If you are under investigation or facing court proceedings, we will support you through each stage with clear, tailored advice.

Surpassing 12 penalty points (totting up)

If you have exceeded 12 penalty points on your licence, you could face a mandatory driving ban. However, certain offences, such as speeding or using a mobile, can be challenged depending on the circumstances.

You may also be able to claim an exceptional hardship defence if losing your licence would severely impact your health, career, or family responsibilities.

Our solicitors for driving offences understand the complexities of totting-up cases and will carefully assess your situation to build a strong defence or hardship claim.

Speeding offences

If you are facing a speeding offence, it is important to understand your options. Many speeding cases result in a Fixed Penalty Notice, with a fine and penalty points, but not all charges are straightforward.

Our driving offence solicitors can help challenge evidence or procedural errors, such as late notices or unclear signage.

We also advise on more serious cases, including dangerous driving charges, which carry harsher penalties.

Whether negotiating reduced penalties or preparing a defence, our team will provide clear, expert advice and representation.

Driving whilst disqualified

Driving while disqualified is a serious offence with potentially severe consequences. If you are caught driving after a ban, you may risk further penalties, including longer bans, fines, or even imprisonment.

Our motoring offence solicitors in Birmingham understand the complexities involved and can review your case to identify any possible defences, such as procedural errors or exceptional circumstances.

We provide clear advice tailored to your situation and represent you at every stage, ensuring your rights are protected. Acting quickly is essential, as early legal support can significantly influence the outcome of your case.

Driving while using a mobile

Using a mobile phone while driving is treated seriously and can result in penalties such as fines, points on your licence, or even a driving ban. This applies not only when the vehicle is moving but also if you are stopped in traffic or supervising a learner driver.

It is important to understand your rights and the potential consequences if you are accused of this offence.

Our experienced motoring offence solicitors in Birmingham provide clear advice and strong representation to help you navigate the situation, challenge the evidence where possible, and work towards the best possible outcome for your case.

Careless driving

Our Birmingham team offer expert support for careless driving charges, including serious cases involving death. We understand the complexity and sensitivity of these offences and are committed to guiding you through every stage, from arrest to court.

We will carefully review all evidence, such as accident reports and witness statements, to identify any weaknesses in the prosecution’s case.

Our experienced team will work to build a strong defence, aiming to have charges dropped or reduced where possible.

Dangerous driving

Facing a charge of dangerous driving can have serious implications, including a lengthy disqualification, a heavy fine, or even a custodial sentence. At JD Spicer Zeb, our specialist motoring offence solicitors in Birmingham offer clear, strategic legal advice for driving offences to help protect your future.

We deal with all types of dangerous driving cases, whether they involve allegations of excessive speed or causing serious harm. Where appropriate, we work with expert witnesses to analyse evidence such as CCTV or vehicle condition.

We aim to achieve a fair outcome by helping to secure an acquittal or mitigate your sentence where possible.

Exceptional hardship

If you have reached 12 or more penalty points on your licence, you may be facing a driving ban under the totting-up system. We can help you argue for exceptional hardship, a legal route that may allow you to keep your licence where a disqualification would have severe consequences.

We will work closely with you to prepare strong evidence, including whether the ban would risk your employment, health, or family responsibilities.

With over 45 years’ experience, our solicitors know what courts look for and how to present a strong case.

Special reasons

If you are facing a driving disqualification or penalty points, there may be grounds to argue for special reasons. Special reasons are circumstances that do not amount to a legal defence but may justify a reduced penalty.

Our traffic offence solicitors in Birmingham can assess whether factors such as driving in an emergency or genuine misunderstandings could support a special reasons argument.

These cases are often complex, and we can provide thorough preparation and strong representation in court to help mitigate any penalties you may be facing.