If you’re stopped by the police They can: give you a verbal warning. send you a fixed penalty notice. offer a speed awareness course.
What is the criteria for a speed awareness course UK?
Speed awareness courses
For the speed awareness course, the speed of the offence must fall within the criteria stated below: 30 mph up to and including 42 mph. 40 mph up to and including 53 mph.
How much is a speeding fine in Northamptonshire?
The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points will be added to your licence. The letter should arrive within 14 days, and then you’ll need to return the completed Section 172 notice within 28 days.
How much is a speed awareness course UK?
between £80 and £120
Different police forces across the UK use different organisations to provide the speed awareness course, and each charge a different amount, though they typically cost between £80 and £120.
Are speed cameras on in Northamptonshire?
The local councils said in a statement to the BBC that the fixed speed cameras were switched off in Northamptonshire 10 years ago after a loss in government funding. You can watch the full episode of Panorama: Britain’s Killer Roads? on BBC iPlayer.
How do I know if I will be offered a speed awareness course?
You may be eligible if: You haven’t attended a speed awareness course in the past three years. The speed you were caught at was within the acceptable range. This is usually between the ‘speed limit + 10% + 2mph’ and the ‘speed limit + 10% + 9mph’ (for example, 35-42mph in a 30mph zone).
Why wasn’t I offered a speed awareness course?
The course is a privilege and not a right – meaning they do not have to offer one – nor can you demand that they do even if a scheme operates in the area where the offence was committed. There are time limits within which the course must be undertaken but there is flexibility on the actual date.
Can you get done doing 35 in a 30 zone?
In the eyes of the law, you’re liable for a speeding fine as soon as you exceed the limit. So if you’re doing 31mph in a 30 limit or 71mph on motorway, you’re breaking the law.
How much over 30mph is allowed UK?
The ‘rule’ itself is quite straightforward: if the speed limit is (for example) 30mph, the rule states that you won’t get a speeding ticket unless you are going 10% plus 2 mph faster than the limit.
How long does 3 points stay on your licence?
How Long Do Points Stay On Your Licence? Points can stay on your driving record for 4-11 years.
Do you have to declare speed awareness course to insurance?
Luckily, because you won’t technically have a speeding conviction after a speed awareness course, you do not have to disclose this to your car insurance provider unless they ask you specifically. If they have not requested, it cannot be used against you in terms of your premiums.
Is it better to do a speed awareness course or take the points?
A National Speed Awareness course isn’t much cheaper than a speeding fine, with the typical cost being about £85. However, opting to take the course over penalty points could save you money in the long run as car insurance premiums can jump significantly if you end up with points on your licence.
What questions are asked on a speed awareness course?
This takes a few minutes and they ask you questions as a group, such as “Why are you on this speed aware course?” and “Do you think you were speeding?” or “Do you think your speed was appropriate for the road/conditions?” to which the answers are “because I don’t want points”, “no” and “not really”.
What speed will trigger a speed camera?
Most police forces have a tolerance of 10% plus 2 mph above the limit before a speed camera ‘flashes’. So on a 30 mph road, a camera wouldn’t normally activate unless a car drove past at 35 mph or faster. So for example, On a 70 mph stretch of motorway, the threshold would go up to 79 mph.
Which English county has the most speed cameras?
Greater London
The organisation also gathered data on the highest speeds captured in each region. Nottinghamshire topped the list, with one driver caught travelling at 191mph.
Greater London has the most speed cameras in the UK.
| Rank | Area | Cameras currently installed |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greater London | 995 |
| 2 | Derbyshire | 958 |
| 3 | West Yorkshire | 402 |
| 4 | Humberside | 266 |
How far ahead can a speed camera catch you?
How far away does a mobile speed camera work from? On a straight section of road the typical range for a mobile speed camera is one mile. Can you get caught behind another car? As long as the speed camera operator can see and target your vehicle they will be able to get a reading of your speed.
What speeds qualify for speed awareness course?
Speed exceeded the legal limit by being over 10% + 2mph but under 10% + 9 mph. For example, in a 30mph speed limit the course might be offered to drivers travelling at speeds of 35-42 mph and in a 70mph area the course may be offered to drivers travelling at speeds of 79-86 mph.
Can you choose where to do a speed awareness course?
You can choose to take a course at any location—you aren’t restricted to taking it in the area where you committed the speeding offence. Once you’ve accepted the police’s offer of a course, you’ll need to book in online.
Do you need zoom for speed awareness course?
You will need to download Zoom before the day of your course. Video – how to join your driving course via Zoom. You must be somewhere private where you won’t be disturbed. You’ll need a tablet, laptop or desktop with a microphone, camera and reliable internet connection (capable of streaming video).
Do police have to offer speed awareness course?
Please note: There’s no legal entitlement to a course, these are offered at the sole discretion of police, and the courts have no powers over courses.
How often do you get offered a speed awareness course?
once every three years
How often can you do a speed awareness course? No more than once every three years. If you have already taken a course within this timeframe and are caught speeding again, you will not be offered another course.