Magistrates’ & Crown Court Representation

Specialist Defence for Operators, Transport Managers, Drivers and Individual’s

From drink and drug driving charges to tachograph offences and Exceptional Hardship applications, our transport law team provides skilled representation in both the Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court, protecting your licence, livelihood and reputation.

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Drink & Drug Driving Offences

Being investigated or charged with a drink or drug driving offence can have immediate and severe consequences, especially for vocational drivers.

You may face:

  • A mandatory driving ban (minimum 12 months)
  • Criminal conviction and fines
  • Referral to the Traffic Commissioner
  • Loss of employment or vocational entitlement

Refusing to provide a specimen (breath, blood or urine) is also a criminal offence with similar penalties.

 

How we help

We assess the evidence, identify procedural errors and represent you in court to secure the best possible outcome.

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Exceptional Hardship – Totting Up Cases

If you reach 12 or more penalty points within 3 years, you face a minimum 6-month disqualification under the totting-up rules.

You may avoid or reduce the ban if the court accepts that disqualification would cause exceptional hardship — not just inconvenience / hardship.


Valid arguments can include:

  • Significant financial harm affecting employees or dependants
    Impact on care responsibilities or medical needs
  • Risk of others losing their jobs or homes

Our role

We prepare a structured, persuasive Exceptional Hardship application and present it clearly in court to maximise your chances of keeping your licence.

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Tachograph Offences

Tachograph & Drivers’ Hours Offences

Tachograph breaches, driver card misuse and falsification of records are treated as serious criminal matters and can lead to:

  • Court prosecution and fines
  • Referral to the Traffic Commissioner
  • Vocational licence suspension or revocation
  • In more serious cases, Crown Court proceedings and potential imprisonment

Common allegations include card manipulation, removal, second card use or device interference.

 

How we help

We provide expert advice from the outset, defend you in court, and manage any linked regulatory proceedings before the Traffic Commissioner.

Call us today or contact our team for an initial consultation.

Contact an experienced transport lawyer to handle your case.