The Road Traffic Lawyer

Plea To Reduced Speed Keeps Licence 114mph

Our client was originally charged with speeding at 114mph on the M74 at Larkhall. This type of speed in Hamilton would inevitably result in a not insignificant period of disqualification. We were able to negotiate the speed down to 99mph with the Crown and the Sheriff was ultimately persuaded to impose 5 penalty points in respect of the matter. 

Published: 01/06/2017

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