Facing a motoring offence for speeding, drink driving, or using a mobile phone while driving can be overwhelming, especially with the risk of fines, points, or losing your licence.
At TV Edwards, our motoring offences lawyers in London, recognised by Legal 500 UK for excellence, provide expert, compassionate support to drivers across the city and nationwide. We’re here to guide you through every step of the process, from initial investigations to court hearings, to protect your driving privileges and peace of mind.
Understanding Motoring Offences
Motoring offences cover a range of road traffic violations, from minor infractions like speeding to serious charges like dangerous driving. Our motoring offence solicitors specialise in defending cases such as:
- Drink Driving: Exceeding legal alcohol limits while driving.
- Drug Driving: Operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs.
- Speeding: Breaching speed limits, leading to points or fines.
- Careless or Dangerous Driving: Driving below the standard of a competent driver.
- Using a Mobile Phone: Distracted while driving due to being on your phone.
- Driving Without Insurance or Licence: Operating a vehicle without the right documentation.
These offences can lead to penalties like fines, licence points, disqualification, or imprisonment. Our motoring offences lawyers in London work to minimise these consequences through robust, empathetic defence strategies.
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Why Motoring Offences Matter
A motoring offence can disrupt your daily life, affecting your job, travel, and personal responsibilities, especially if you face disqualification. We understand how stressful this can be, particularly in a busy city like London.
The threat of losing your licence can limit your independence and create financial strain, especially if driving is central to your work or family life. Our motoring offence solicitors act swiftly to challenge notices of intended prosecution or argue exceptional hardship to avoid bans, helping you regain control.
With our motoring offences lawyers in London by your side, we strive to minimise penalties and protect your livelihood, giving you peace of mind during a challenging time.
When to Seek Legal Advice
Contacting a motoring offence solicitor as soon as you receive a notice of intended prosecution or charge is crucial to strengthen your defence.
Early action preserves evidence and maximises your chances of avoiding penalties. Acting quickly can also reduce the stress of uncertainty and help you avoid harsher outcomes like fines or bans. Our expert solicitors offer clear, empathetic advice tailored to your case.
We’re here to guide you through every step with the aim of keeping you confident and informed across the process.
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Our Approach to Motoring Offences
Our motoring offence solicitors, led by Adrienne Wright, Partner and Head of Crime, deliver a client-focused approach to defend your case with care and precision. We analyse evidence, challenge prosecution claims, and pursue outcomes like reduced penalties or avoiding disqualification, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.
- Case Assessment: We review notices, evidence, and circumstances to build a strong defence.
- Exceptional Hardship Arguments: We present compelling cases to avoid disqualification due to penalty points.
- Court Representation: We advocate robustly in court to minimise penalties or secure dismissals.
- Clear Communication: We provide regular updates and transparent cost estimates.
Our motoring offences lawyers in London ensure tailored solutions for each individual client, and are supported by our police investigations solicitors for expertise in complex cases.
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Collaborative Expertise
Our motoring offence solicitors work closely with forensic experts, witnesses, and clients to craft robust defences.
By blending legal expertise with a genuine commitment to your wellbeing, we deliver strategies to protect your licence and livelihood, particularly for London drivers.
Why Choose TV Edwards?
- Highly ranked in legal directories – recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers UK both named solicitors and the department as a whole
- Immediate emergency support – call us on 0844 880 7588 for round-the-clock advice
- Specialist representation – police station advisors, solicitors, and higher court advocates
- Hardworking problem-solvers – we fearlessly challenge evidence, protecting your interests
- Honest and down-to-earth – we explain your options compassionately and in plain English
Our Accreditations
TV Edwards is recognised in the Times Best Law Firms 2025 and 2026, with Lexcel and Cyber Essentials accreditations. We uphold the highest standards of professionalism and client trust. Our motoring offences expertise means your case will be handled with precision, empathy, and integrity.
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Motoring Offence Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a motoring offence defence cost?
Costs vary based on case complexity, covering legal fees and expert analysis, with legal often unavailable. See our driving offences pricing for more.
Our motoring offence solicitors offer transparent quotes and strive to keep costs manageable, ensuring you can plan with confidence.
How can I avoid disqualification for a motoring offence?
In some circumstances we can argue that disqualification would cause you exceptional hardship, such as losing your job or not being able to care for a relative, and this can allow you to avoid disqualification.
Our motoring offence solicitors present compelling cases to keep you on the road. We guide you through the process to ensure your circumstances are fully considered.
How do I check my driving convictions?
You can check convictions at www.gov.uk/view-driving-licence using your licence number, National Insurance number, and postcode.
Our motoring offence solicitors review your record to build a strong defence, providing clear advice to help you understand and address any penalties.
What are motoring offences?
Motoring offences include violations like speeding, drink driving, or using a mobile phone while driving, often leading to fines or disqualification.
We know how daunting this can be, and our motoring offence solicitors work to minimise penalties. We tailor our defence to your circumstances, ensuring your case results in the best possible outcome.
To see how we can help you, contact our team.
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