Dangerous Driving

Dangerous driving is driving that risks the safety of other road users. Section 2 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 defines it as “driving [that] falls far below the standard expected of a competent and careful driver and it would be obvious that driving in that way would be dangerous”.

The Act also states that “dangerous” means “danger either of injury to any person or of serious damage to property”.

Examples of dangerous driving include:

  • Risky overtaking
  • Excessive speed or racing
  • Ignoring traffic lights and road signs

Our Solicitors have extensive experience in defending dangerous driving cases and have a robust track record of reducing the charge to careless driving, which carries a lighter penalty.

What is dangerous driving causing death?

The Road Traffic Act 1988 states that the following must be established in cases of dangerous driving causing death:

  • You were driving a mechanically propelled vehicle; and
  • You were driving on a road or other public place; and
  • You were driving dangerously; and
  • Your dangerous driving caused the death of another person

Will I go to prison if I am convicted of dangerous driving?

Dangerous driving causing death can lead to a custodial sentence of up to 14 years. If you are convicted of dangerous driving, you could go to prison for up to two years and/or receive an unlimited fine. The Court must disqualify you from driving for at least one year for both offences.

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