A police officer can arrest you if they have reasonable cause to suspect you are driving a motor vehicle on a road whilst disqualified from driving.
Driving Whilst Disqualified
You will be taken to a police station, your photograph and DNA taken, and you will be interviewed.
Expert Motoring Offences Solicitors
At GT Stewart Solicitors & Advocates, we understand that being charged with a motoring offence can be stressful, disruptive, and carry serious consequences. From speeding and driving without insurance to more serious allegations such as dangerous driving or driving under the influence, our specialist motoring offences team provides expert advice and representation at every stage of the process.
We guide our clients through police investigations, court proceedings, and potential licence or penalty issues, ensuring that all legal options are carefully considered. Our approach combines practical solutions with a strategic focus on protecting your driving record, liberty, and future.
Whether you are facing a single motoring charge or complex, multiple allegations, our solicitors act quickly to provide clear advice, robust representation, and support tailored to your circumstances.
Experienced Motoring Offences Lawyers
Our specialist motoring offences team has extensive experience representing clients facing a wide range of road traffic matters, from speeding, careless or dangerous driving, to more serious allegations such as driving under the influence or driving without insurance. We provide clear advice and representation at every stage, including police investigations, court proceedings, and licence-related matters.
We can help dramatically improve your chances of being found not guilty or avoiding disqualification. Email GT Stewart at roadtraffic@gtstewart.co.uk to speak with a member of our specialist motoring law team, or use our online enquiry form. We will respond at a time and date convenient to you, ensuring that you receive prompt, personalised advice tailored to your case.
Driving Whilst Disqualified
You are entitled to be represented at the police station if you are to be interviewed. Ask for GT Stewart at the police station and we can attend the police station to give you advice and assistance.
If you are charged with an offence of driving whilst disqualified your case will be dealt with at the Magistrates’ Court. If your disqualification was imposed by the court only recently, the Court will treat this as an aggravating factor and impose a sentence which may include the risk of imprisonment.
Potential Defences
- You were not driving (disputed identity)
- The driving did not take place on a ‘public’ road
- You were not disqualified at the time
If this is your first offence you will be banned from driving for a minimum of 12 months up rising to three years in more serious cases. You will also receive a fine rising to a community order or even a prison sentence in certain circumstances. You are entitled to credit off any sentence imposed if you plead guilty at the first opportunity. Your current driving ban will also be increased.
Our motoring team can provide you will all the advice and assistance you need. Contact GT Stewart at roadtraffic@gtstewart.co.uk.
Pre-sentence Report
If you plead guilty or are found guilty, the court is likely to ask for a pre-sentence report which it will use to decide on the most appropriate sentence having regard to the circumstances of the offending behaviour and personal mitigation. This may include the option to impose a custodial sentence (prison). A well prepared plea of mitigation can persuade the court not to impose a custodial sentence.
Our Services
At GT Stewart Solicitors, our specialist motoring offences team provides clear, practical advice across the full range of road traffic matters. Whether you are facing a speeding allegation, a drink or drug driving charge, or a more serious offence such as dangerous driving, early legal advice can make a significant difference to the outcome of your case.
We understand that for many clients, their driving licence is essential for work, family responsibilities, and day-to-day life. Allegations can carry penalty points, fines, disqualification, or even imprisonment. Our experienced lawyers will assess the evidence, advise you on your options, and build a strong defence where appropriate.
Below you will find guidance on the most common motoring offences we deal with, together with practical information about the legal process and how we can help protect your licence and your livelihood.
Click below to read detailed advice on each motoring offence.
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Why Choose GT Stewart?
“We will do all the law permits to keep you on the road”
GT Stewart have a proven track record of success with defending driving offences and know exactly how to prepare an effective defence in order to give you the best chance of winning your case.
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