uk dangerous driving laws get even toughe

<p>The prime minister recently hinted that that new dangerous driving laws could soon see enforcement amid concerns that the currently penalties are too lenient.</p> <p>She said “I’m aware of the concern there is about the law in relation to dangerous driving. I’ve had a particular case about the daughter of some of my constituents who was killed as a result of dangerous driving. This is a matter that I believe the Justice department is looking at.”</p> <p>The current law states that if a person is killed by dangerous driving then the perpetrator is to have a minimum one-year prison sentence, and an obligatory two year driving ban.</p> <p>However, there has been a huge increase in road deaths that could have been avoided. Including offences where texting and mobile phones have been involved.</p> <p>Earlier this month a cyclist was killed by a motorist who was texting. This motorist in question had eight previous convictions but had avoided a driving ban as a court had ruled out would cause him ‘extreme hardship’.</p> <p>According to national statistics, the number of drivers avoiding a ban has increased by a quarter in the last year alone – and these are drivers who have 12 or more points on their licence.</p> <p>Last year there were 1,732 reported deaths on UK roads, with a further 22,137 drivers seriously injured.</p> <p>Currently, there is a fine of £5,000 for anyone driving carelessly or inconsiderately or without due care and diligence.</p> <p>So what else is counted as dangerous driving that doesn’t involve fatalities?</p> <p>Well one of the most common and dangerous is fast driving or racing. This can have disastrous consequences and brings out the most reckless driving.</p> <p>Which can lead to another offence of dangerous driving which is ignoring traffic lights, or road signs. Overtaking dangerously is also an offence and can have disastrous consequences on smaller roads.</p> <p>However dangerous driving doesn’t always have to come down to the driver, it can also come down to the car. If you know your car is unfit to drive and you actively go against that then this is counted as a dangerous driving offence.</p> <p>And lastly, if your health is unstable and has been deemed unfit to drive and you then drive this would be counted as dangerous driving. Also if glasses, contacts or drugs are prescribed but not worn/taken this puts you and other drivers at risk.</p> <p><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Calibri;"> </span>If you find you need any legal advice or simply want to know more, don’t hesitate to call our team on: <strong>0116 2999 199</strong> or alternatively you can email us at: <strong>info@d-w-s.co.uk</strong></p>