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I have been caught doing 103mph while my wife was pregnant and was in pain. She texted me while I was on a job and I drove back home in a panic. I told the officer all of this. He said you’ll be getting something in your post (didn’t say what) in couple of months time. I don’t know what will happen next, but I don’t want to lose my driving license as my job is driving-based and my new born baby and wife will be forced onto State Benefits. So any clue what could in post for me? Or how to protect my license?

Asked on 5 June 2010 by KS, via email

Answered by Honest John
Over 100 automatically means magistrates court. A short ban of maybe 2 - 3 months is also automatic unless the magistrates are convinced otherwise by your story. If you have the money it might be better to get legal representation. But remember, though you might avoid a ban, the fine will be heavy and if you turn up with ‘smart’ lawyer who doesn’t get you off they will fine you the maximum they can.
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