The law does allow drivers to ask the court to consider an Exceptional Hardship argument in certain circumstances. However, this is not a straightforward process and the threshold for success is high. Courts will expect clear, credible evidence that a ban would cause consequences going well beyond the ordinary difficulties most drivers face.
Our solicitor Shazia Ali, who specialises in motoring offences, recently shared her insight with the Manchester Evening News. In the feature, she explains what Exceptional Hardship means in practice, the types of evidence that can support an application, and how courts assess the impact on third parties such as family members or employees.
You can read the full Manchester Evening News article here.
The article offers valuable guidance for anyone worried about reaching 12 penalty points and wanting to understand how the courts approach these cases.