At Sahota & Sahota Solicitors, our specialist motoring offence solicitors in Leicester recently achieved an excellent result for a client who was at serious risk of losing his driving licence after reaching 12 penalty points within three years, also known as “totting up”.
What is Totting Up?
Under the Road Traffic Offenders Act 1988, if a driver accumulates 12 or more penalty points within a three-year period, the court must impose a minimum driving disqualification of six months. This is known as a “totting-up ban.”
Common offences such as speeding, using a mobile phone while driving, or failing to identify a driver can each add penalty points to your licence. When these build up, the consequences can be severe, often affecting employment, family responsibilities and day-to-day life.
If you’re facing a possible totting-up ban or have received a court summons for 12 or more points, call or WhatsApp us now on 01162 555155 for urgent legal advice.
Our Client’s Circumstances
Our client was a Director of a successful construction firm in Leicestershire and worked as the Site Operations Manager, overseeing multiple projects and managing staff who relied on his daily presence at different sites. Losing his licence would have had a devastating impact on his business and the livelihoods of his employees.
In addition, our client had significant family responsibilities, caring for his father who had recently undergone eye surgery and needed regular hospital visits. As the only family member available to drive him to and from appointments, a driving disqualification would have caused serious difficulties for both of them.
Our Exceptional Hardship Application
We meticulously prepared a comprehensive Exceptional Hardship bundle, setting out the evidence of the impact a driving ban would have on our client, his employees, and his family.
This included:
- A detailed Exceptional Hardship statement explaining the personal and financial impact of a ban.
- Supporting letters from employees and family members.
- Evidence of his professional responsibilities and role within the company.
- Medical documentation relating to his father’s condition.
All materials were submitted to the Magistrates’ Court in advance of the hearing, ensuring the bench had a clear picture of the exceptional circumstances before the case was heard.
We also prepared our client for giving evidence to the Court.
The Outcome
At the hearing, our submissions were carefully considered. The court accepted that our client’s situation amounted to exceptional hardship. Although he was given three further penalty points, taking his total to 12, the magistrates chose not to impose a driving ban.
This meant our client kept his driving licence, allowing him to continue managing his business and supporting his family. He was delighted with the outcome.
Expert Legal Help for Totting-Up and Exceptional Hardship Cases
This case highlights the importance of seeking expert advice when facing a driving disqualification for totting up 12 points. At Sahota & Sahota Solicitors, our experienced motoring offence solicitors regularly represent clients facing disqualification for speeding, using a mobile phone, and other traffic offences.
We understand what the courts look for when considering Exceptional Hardship arguments and have a proven track record of success in helping drivers keep their licences.
If you are at risk of a driving ban, don’t face court alone. Get immediate help from a specialist motoring law solicitor in Leicester.
Call or WhatsApp: 01162 555155
Visit us: Sahota & Sahota Solicitors, 25 New Walk, Leicester, LE1 6TE
