Road Traffic Solicitors
in Glasgow
Clear legal advice and representation if you are accused of a road traffic offence in Scotland.
Our road traffic solicitors advise drivers facing allegations including speeding, mobile phone offences, drink driving and other motoring matters.
A road traffic prosecution can affect your driving licence, employment and day-to-day life. We can explain the allegation, the possible consequences and the options available to you.
Protecting Your
Driving Licence
For many people, being able to drive is essential for work, family responsibilities and everyday life.
Road traffic cases can range from relatively straightforward allegations to matters that may result in court proceedings or affect your ability to continue driving.
LB & Co provides practical advice based on the circumstances of your case. We can help you understand the allegation, the evidence and what may happen next.
Road Traffic Cases We Can Assist With
Our solicitors advise and represent clients across a range of road traffic matters in Scotland.
Speeding Offences
Advice where you have received a speeding allegation, notice or court citation and want to understand your legal position.
Mobile Phone Offences
Representation in cases involving allegations of unlawful mobile phone or handheld device use while driving.
Drink Driving
Legal advice and representation where you are accused of driving or being in charge of a vehicle after consuming alcohol.
Penalty Points
Advice about allegations that may result in penalty points and the possible effect on your driving licence.
New Drivers
Advice for drivers who recently obtained their licence and may face particular consequences following a road traffic offence.
Court Proceedings
Advice and representation where a road traffic allegation progresses to criminal proceedings before a Scottish court.
Accused of Speeding?
A speeding allegation should not automatically be treated as something you simply have to accept.
The appropriate response will depend on the circumstances of the allegation, the evidence available and your existing driving record. Where your licence is particularly important for work or family life, understanding your position early can be especially important.
Our solicitors can review the circumstances, explain the procedure and advise you on the appropriate next steps.
After a Speeding Allegation
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Check the documents
Keep any notice, correspondence or court documentation you have received.
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Consider your licence
Your existing driving record may be relevant when considering the possible consequences.
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Get advice early
Early advice can help you understand the allegation and how you should respond.
Using a Phone While Driving
Mobile phone allegations can have significant consequences for a driver’s licence.
The rules relating to mobile phones and other handheld devices apply in a range of driving situations. The circumstances and evidence in each case should be considered carefully.
If you have been stopped by the police or received documentation relating to an alleged mobile phone offence, our solicitors can advise you on your position.
Don’t Ignore It
Road traffic documents can contain important instructions and deadlines. Keep the paperwork you receive and obtain advice if you are unsure how to respond.
Drink Driving Allegations
Drink driving is treated seriously and can have consequences for your licence as well as your wider circumstances.
If you have been stopped, arrested or charged in connection with an alleged drink driving offence, obtaining legal advice as early as possible can help you understand the procedure and your position.
Our team can consider the circumstances of the allegation, advise you on the court process and provide representation where required.
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Police Procedure
We can advise you following police involvement and explain what may happen next.
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Court Proceedings
We can explain the procedure if your case is prosecuted before a Scottish court.
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Your Driving Licence
We can advise you about the potential implications of the allegation for your licence.
From Allegation to Resolution
Every case is different, but a road traffic matter may involve several stages from the initial allegation through to its conclusion.
Contact Us
Tell us what happened and provide any notices, correspondence or court documents you have received.
Review Your Case
We consider the circumstances and available information before explaining your legal position.
Advise on Options
We explain the available options and the potential consequences so you can make an informed decision.
Representation
Where appropriate, we can represent you and progress the matter through the relevant legal process.
Experienced Advice. Clear Representation.
Road traffic cases can affect much more than your ability to get from one place to another.
Our solicitors provide straightforward advice, explain the legal process clearly and focus on the circumstances that matter to your case.
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Practical Advice
Clear guidance about your allegation, options and the next steps available to you.
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Individual Assessment
We consider the circumstances of your case rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.
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Court Representation
Representation and guidance where your road traffic matter proceeds to court.
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Confidential Service
Your circumstances and instructions are handled professionally and confidentially.
Road Traffic FAQs
Common questions from drivers facing road traffic allegations in Scotland.
What should I do if I receive a speeding notice?
Keep the notice and check any response requirements or deadlines carefully. If you are unsure about the allegation, its consequences or how to respond, you can obtain legal advice before deciding what to do.
Can a road traffic offence affect my driving licence?
Depending on the offence and your circumstances, a road traffic matter may have implications for your licence. A solicitor can advise you on the potential consequences after reviewing the allegation and your driving record.
Are the rules different for new drivers?
New drivers can face particular consequences if they accumulate penalty points during the relevant probationary period. If you recently obtained your licence, it is sensible to obtain advice about how an allegation may affect you.
Can I use a mobile phone when my vehicle is stationary?
The law relating to mobile phone use while driving can apply in circumstances where a vehicle is temporarily stationary. If you have been accused of an offence, the specific facts of the incident should be considered.
Do I need a solicitor for a road traffic court case?
You are not required to instruct a solicitor in every road traffic matter, but legal advice can help you understand the allegation, court procedure and potential consequences before deciding how to proceed.
Facing a Road Traffic Allegation?
Contact LB & Co to discuss your circumstances with our Glasgow road traffic solicitors and find out what your next steps may be.
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