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Being accused of failing to stop or failing to report an accident can result in serious penalties, including up to 10 penalty points, disqualification, or even custody in severe cases. At Scarsdale Solicitors, we are expert failing to stop solicitors who specialise in defending drivers charged with these offences across England and Wales. Moreover, our team has achieved a proven 98% success rate in motoring offence cases. Furthermore, our failing to stop solicitors have successfully defended hundreds of clients facing these charges.
Whether you genuinely didn’t know you’d had an accident, or there are gaps in the evidence concerning identity, our experienced legal team explores every potential defence. Therefore, early expert legal advice can make all the difference to your case outcome.
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Failing to stop or failing to report an accident are criminal offences under Section 170 of the Road Traffic Act 1988. Specifically, these offences occur when a driver involved in an accident:
Fails to report the accident to police as soon as reasonably practicable, and in any case within 24 hours
When Do These Offences Apply?
According to the Road Traffic Act 1988 Section 170, you must stop and provide your details if an accident occurs whereby:
Importantly, the damage does not need to be significant. Moreover, even minor damage to property such as clipping a bollard or scratching another vehicle can trigger the legal requirement to stop and report.
The Legal Requirements Under Section 170
Under Section 170(2) of the Road Traffic Act 1988, the driver must:
Furthermore, under Section 170(3), if you do not provide your details to another party at the scene, you must report the accident to police as soon as reasonably practicable, and in any case within 24 hours.
Additionally, if another person is injured and you did not produce your insurance certificate at the scene, you must report the accident at a police station or to a police constable as soon as possible, and in any case within 24 hours.
Yes, potentially. If you were genuinely unaware that you had an accident, this can be a valid defence to failing to stop or report charges. Specifically, our failing to stop solicitors successfully defend cases where:
However, it is not a defence to say:
Importantly, the prosecution must prove beyond reasonable doubt that you knew an accident had occurred. Therefore, if there’s insufficient evidence to establish this knowledge, our failing to stop solicitors can build a compelling defence.
Understanding the court process is crucial. Therefore, consulting failing to stop solicitors early allows us to prepare the strongest possible defence. Here’s what to expect:
Initially, you'll typically receive a Notice of Intended Prosecution. Moreover, you must respond within 28 days identifying the driver.
Important: Unlike speeding or traffic light offences, you have no legal obligation to identify the driver in failing to stop cases under Section 172. However, failure to respond may result in a separate Section 172 offence.
Subsequently, police may:
Importantly, never attend police interviews without first obtaining legal advice from failing to stop solicitors. Everything you say can be used as evidence.
You'll either be:
Furthermore, the charge will specify whether you're accused of:
At the first hearing, you'll enter your plea:
Moreover, our failing to stop solicitors attend court with you, represent you throughout, and fight for the best possible outcome.
At trial, the prosecution must prove beyond reasonable doubt:
Our failing to stop solicitors:
Consequently, many clients are acquitted at trial when prosecutors cannot meet their evidential burden.
If convicted (whether after trial or guilty plea), the court follows the Magistrates' Court Sentencing Guidelines. Specifically, the court:
Moreover, our failing to stop solicitors present compelling mitigation that can significantly reduce penalties, including:
Our experienced legal team explores every potential defence, including:
This situation feels overwhelming, but with expert legal representation, many clients charged with failing to stop are acquitted or receive significantly reduced penalties. Remember, being charged doesn't mean being convicted.
The sooner we can review your case, the stronger your defence will be. Contacting failing to stop solicitors early allows us to:
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Moreover, anything you say can potentially be used against you in court. Therefore, exercise your right to silence until you've consulted failing to stop solicitors.
Collect any relevant evidence and paperwork:
Furthermore, preserving evidence early is crucial, as dashcam footage may be overwritten and memories fade.
Take Immediate Steps:
Additionally, evidence preservation can make or break your case.
Call us now or book online for a confidential, no-obligation consultation. Moreover, we'll assess your case and explain your options clearly. Furthermore, we offer evening and weekend appointments for your convenience.
When you need failing to stop solicitors, choosing the right legal team can make all the difference to your case outcome.
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Failing to stop cases involve intricate legal and evidential issues. We have in-depth knowledge of:
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While based in Rochdale, we represent clients across England and Wales in all magistrates’ courts and Crown Courts. Therefore, wherever your case is being heard, we can help.
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Our motoring law specialists defend all driving-related charges with exceptional results. Specifically, we handle:
Furthermore, our drink driving defence includes specialist support for:
Additionally, our drug driving expertise covers:
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Understanding offences and process helps you make informed decisions about your future.
This is a complete defence. If you genuinely didn't know an accident occurred, you cannot be convicted. Moreover, our failing to stop solicitors present evidence demonstrating the collision was imperceptible and you had no reason to know.
No. The prosecution must prove beyond reasonable doubt that you were the driver. If they cannot, you must be acquitted. Moreover, unlike speeding offences, you have no legal obligation to identify who was driving.
While leaving a note shows good faith, it may not satisfy your legal obligations. Furthermore, you must stop and remain at the scene for a reasonable time, and report to police within 24 hours if you cannot exchange details.
You must report as soon as reasonably practicable and in any case within 24 hours. Furthermore, this means 24 hours from the time of the accident, not the next day.
Yes, you should still report it. However, late reporting doesn't remove liability for failing to report within 24 hours. Nevertheless, prompt reporting thereafter can be powerful mitigation.
The severity of damage is irrelevant. Even minor damage triggers your legal obligation to stop and provide details or report to police. However, minor damage can be mitigation when sentencing.
Not necessarily. With strong legal representation, many clients are acquitted. Moreover, even if convicted, we can present special reasons arguments to avoid penalty points in exceptional circumstances.
If you're at risk of a totting up ban, expert representation becomes even more critical. Furthermore, our failing to stop solicitors can present exceptional hardship arguments to prevent disqualification even if you reach 12 points.
Custody is reserved for the most serious cases, particularly "hit and run" incidents involving injury and deliberate evasion. However, most cases result in fines and penalty points or disqualification.
Typically by 100-300%, and you must declare the conviction for 5 years. Moreover, many mainstream insurers refuse cover for convicted drivers, requiring specialist insurance brokers.
You can, but these cases are legally complex with serious consequences. Furthermore, the penalties of conviction (penalty points, insurance costs, employment loss) far outweigh legal fees. Moreover, failing to stop solicitors with professional representation dramatically improves your chances.
As soon as possible. The earlier we're involved, the better we can prepare your defence, preserve evidence, and challenge prosecution cases.
Yes. While our office is in Rochdale, we represent clients across England and Wales in all magistrates' courts.
A conviction for failing to stop can result in 10 penalty points, disqualification, insurance premium increases costing thousands, and a criminal record. However, with expert legal defence from experienced failing to stop solicitors, many cases result in complete acquittals or significantly reduced penalties.
At Scarsdale Solicitors, we’ve helped hundreds of clients successfully defend failing to stop and accident reporting charges across England and Wales. Our 98% success rate in motoring cases, combined with over 20 years of specialist experience, means you’re in the safest possible hands.
I would like to thank Shazia and the Scarsdale team. Super efficient, fast responding and knew exactly what to do in the situation I was in. Highly recommend for any immigration needs
