Defending your licence, livelihood and reputation.
We help motorists accused of dangerous driving protect their licence, career and future by delivering specialist defence strategies, achieving fair outcomes and avoiding unnecessary bans or convictions that could damage their livelihood and peace of mind.
Defence
Dangerous Driving Defence Specialists
Dangerous driving allegations can turn your life upside down: leaving you facing stress, uncertainty and the fear of what lies ahead. With the risk of a driving disqualification, heavy fines, a criminal conviction or even a prison sentence, securing strong legal representation is vital from the very beginning.
With a team of experienced dangerous driving defence specialists, Ashmans Solicitors are here to assist, whether:
- You’re under investigation or facing charges for dangerous driving
- You want to protect your legal rights and ensure the process is handled fairly
- You want a strategic defence from a strong yet understanding team of specialists
With Ashmans, you never need to face the situation alone. We stand firmly by your side at every stage, fighting tirelessly to secure the best possible outcome.
Dangerous Driving and the Law
Under section 2 of the Road Traffic Act 1988, a person is guilty of dangerous driving if they drive a mechanically propelled vehicle in a manner that falls far below what would be expected of a competent and careful driver.
- Driving that endangers the public or property.
- Operating a vehicle aggressively or without due attention.
- Actions such as racing, ignoring traffic signs, or using a mobile device while driving.
- Drove in a manner far below the expected standard.
- Created an obvious risk of injury or damage.
- Was aware (or should have been aware) of the danger caused.
Investigations are typically led by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), with evidence gathered from police collision investigators, CCTV, dashcam footage, witness statements, and expert accident reconstructions.
Our expert dangerous driving defence solicitors in England and Wales scrutinise every detail from the calibration of speed devices to the legality of police procedures ensuring that your defence is comprehensive, accurate, and fully compliant with the law.
Essential actions against accusations
From the moment you are accused or become aware of an investigation, your actions can influence the outcome of your dangerous driving case. Take our advice and follow these steps:
Act fast, engage Ashmans, protect your future.
Do NOT contact witnesses, complainants or comment online anything you say could be used as evidence against you.
Even if you believe you did nothing wrong, do NOT answer police questions without your legal specialist present.
With 24/7 availability, Ashmans is ready to provide urgent legal advice and protect your position.
Keep dashcam footage, messages, photographs or any material that could support your defence.
Comply with any conditions imposed and allow your solicitor to guide your defence strategy.
Three simple steps
to your Defence
Getting the right legal defence is easy. Follow these three simple steps to protect your licence, rights and future.
Step 1:
Initial Consultation
One of our dangerous driving specialists will speak with you to review the circumstances, examine evidence and discuss your defence options.
Step 2:
Strategic Defence Planning
Through careful case analysis, we build a tailored defence strategy designed to challenge the prosecution and protect your licence.
Step 3:
Expert Legal Representation
We represent you in court, challenge prosecution evidence and fight for the best possible outcome.
Our Testimonials
Real stories. Real results.
See how Ashmans has successfully supported previous clients and listen to what they have to say about our Dangerous Driving legal support.
Successful Defence Preserved My Livelihood
I am a self-employed taxi driver, and this is my only source of income. In 2013, I was charged with…
Remarkable Professionalism and Support in My Case
I couldn’t be happier with the way Ashmans Solicitors handled my case. Throughout the entire process, I received an exceptional…
Outstanding Representation in Motoring Case
I couldn’t be happier with the way Ashmans Solicitors handled my motoring case. From start to finish, their professionalism and…
Outstanding Legal Representation and Case Dismissal
I was represented by Ashmans Solicitors in a recent motoring offence case, and I couldn’t have asked for better support.…
Extraordinary Defence and Compassionate Support
I was involved in a serious road traffic accident and faced a charge of dangerous driving. From the moment I…
Brilliant Support and Genuine Care
I can’t recommend Ashmans Solicitors enough for their outstanding support throughout my case. From the very beginning, they were there…
Outstanding Guidance and Professional Support
I can’t speak highly enough of Ashmans Solicitors. From my first contact with their reception team to being guided step…
Remarkable Support and Guidance in My Motoring Case
I have no words to truly describe the excellent service I received from Ashmans Solicitors. Their support was outstanding from…
Outstanding Support from Start to Finish
I had a fantastic experience with Ashmans Solicitors. Their professionalism and dedication stood out from start to finish. The team…
Extraordinary Support from Start to Finish
I highly recommend Ashmans Solicitors for their outstanding service. They supported me from start to finish and always stayed in…
Professional and Responsive Legal Support
I had an excellent experience with Ashmans Solicitors. They were highly responsive and provided clear, professional guidance throughout my case.…
Outstanding Support During a Difficult Time
I would highly recommend Ashmans Solicitors for their professionalism and great attitude throughout my case. They supported me through a…
Remarkable Support and Professionalism
I’m extremely grateful to Ashmans Solicitors for their understanding, professionalism, and dedication throughout my case. From the very beginning, they…
Remarkable Legal Expertise and Life Changing Outcome
I can’t recommend Ashmans Solicitors highly enough for anyone facing a court case or legal proceedings. After being overcharged and…
Remarkable Representation and a Winning Outcome
I feel compelled to share my recent experience after being unexpectedly summoned to court for two driving offences to which…
Reassuring Guidance During My Motoring Case
I was extremely nervous when I first approached Ashmans Solicitors, as I had never been involved in court proceedings before.…
Confident Representation and Genuine Support
I was extremely nervous leading up to my court hearing for a motoring offence, but Ashmans Solicitors made the entire…
Exceptional Support Throughout My Motoring Case
I was recommended Ashmans Solicitors by a friend, and I couldn’t be more grateful. From start to finish, they provided…
Remarkable Support During a Devastating Ordeal
During one of the most devastating experiences of my life, Ashmans Solicitors provided unwavering support when I needed it most.…
Reliable and Professional Legal Support
I found Ashmans Solicitors to be completely on-point and highly professional throughout my case. Their expertise and straightforward approach gave…
Move Quickly,
Choose Wisely
When facing a dangerous driving allegation, failing to act quickly and secure expert legal representation can expose you to serious consequences:
- A criminal conviction can affect your employment, reputation and future opportunities.
- A driving disqualification could prevent you from working or carrying out daily responsibilities.
- Court proceedings and investigations can cause significant stress and uncertainty.
- Custodial sentences are possible for the most serious dangerous driving offences.
- A dangerous driving conviction can affect your record and driving privileges for years.
You’re not alone, we’re here to help.
Dangerous Driving Allegations
The Ashmans Approach
At Ashmans, we take action. At every stage, you can be confident of expert legal defence, clear communication and compassion. We’re here to protect your rights and safeguard your future, supporting you with:
- Immediate representation at any police station.
- Ensuring no statements harm your defence.
- Proactive engagement with officers to clarify facts.
- Applications to vary restrictive bail terms.
- Clear advice on compliance and conditions.
- Steps to maintain your ability to work and drive.
- Communicating with the CPS to challenge weak evidence early.
- Submitting defence statements and expert reports before charge.
- Reducing the chance of unnecessary prosecution.
- Advising on potential driving bans or retests.
- Pursuing mitigation to preserve your licence.
- Challenging the imposition of extended retesting requirements.
- Cross-examining witnesses and forensic experts.
- Analysing speed, visibility, and road conditions.
- Building compelling presentations for magistrates or juries.
- List Seeking leniency through strong mitigation and early admissions.
- Highlighting good character, employment, and remorse.
- Pursuing alternatives to disqualification or imprisonment.
Why Choose Ashmans?
Proven Record
Success in complex driving offence defence cases nationwide.
Experts in Motoring Law
Decades of experience under England & Wales legislation.
24/7 Support
Legal help whenever you need it day or night.
Our Notable Cases
Serious charges, successful results.
Our Dangerous Driving solicitors have represented clients across a range of serious charges – see some examples of our work and outcomes.
Motoring offences
Charges Reduced
Dangerous Driving Allegation Involving Police Officer Successfully Reduced
R v ZM, Bradford Crown Court
Our client, who was previously of good character, faced allegations of Dangerous Driving, amongst other offences. The alleged victim was a fully uniformed police officer,…
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Motoring offences
Ban Avoided
Exceptional Hardship Defence Saves Doctor’s Driving Licence
R v NG, Bradford Magistrates
Our client, a doctor, faced multiple charges for speeding and failing to comply with statutory notices to provide driver details. We successfully negotiated with the…
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Sexual offences
Sentence Reduced
Sentence Reduced in Historic Sexual Offences
R v EW, Sheffield Crown Court
Our client had a history of committing sexual offences against children, and he pleaded guilty to further offences of a similar nature. Despite the gravity…
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Sexual offences
Not Guilty Verdict
Historic Sexual Abuse Allegations – Justice Secured
R v SH, Newcastle Crown Court
Our client, a gentleman of previous good character, faced ten counts of historic sexual abuse that dated back to the early 1980’s. Due to our…
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Sexual offences
Not Guilty Verdict
Unanimous Acquittal in Festival Consent Allegation
R v RG, Derby Crown Court
Our client, a university student with no prior convictions, was accused of raping a woman he had just met, at a festival. The key issue…
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Sexual offences
Charges Reduced
Credibility Challenged, Charges Reduced in Complex Domestic Case
R v WB, Leeds Crown Court
Our client faced serious allegations, including multiple counts of anal and vaginal rape, as well as assault, all within a domestic context and in breach…
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Sexual offences
Charges Dropped
Strategic Defence Secures Justice for Wrongly Accused Businessman
R v IR, Birmingham Crown Court
Our client, a successful businessman, faced serious allegations including rape by penetration and indecent assault on two separate complainants (also known as: ‘accusers’ or ‘plaintiffs’).…
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Serious and complex crime
Sentence Reduced
Revenge Attack Charge Reduced: Successful Defence
R v MD & Others, Old Bailey
We successfully defended our client on a murder charge, which resulted in a reduced verdict of manslaughter and a significantly lower sentence of eight years.…
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Serious and complex crime
Not Guilty Verdict
Conspiracy to Murder: A Complex Acquittal
R v CT, Teesside Crown Court
Our client was among seven defendants who were charged with conspiracy to commit murder, and faced the possibility of a mandatory life sentence. After a…
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Serious and complex crime
Not Guilty Verdict
Acquittal in High-Stakes Conspiracy to Murder Case
R v AJ, Old Bailey
Our client faced a conspiracy to murder charge following a fatal stabbing. Despite significant complexities, the jury unanimously acquitted our client. This particularly complex case…
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Serious and complex crime
Not Guilty Verdict
Acquittal in High-Profile Leeds Murder Investigation
R v AB, Leeds Crown Court
Our client was one of five defendants charged with assisting an offender, in a highly publicised murder investigation. She faced allegations of aiding her son,…
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Serious and complex crime
Charges Reduced
Charges Reduced Through Strategic Defence
R v SG, Leeds Crown Court
This case involved a middle-aged lady of previous good character and a professional background, who was accused of the attempted murder of her partner, by stabbing.…
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Serious and complex crime
Charges Dropped
Wrongly Accused: Armed Robbery Charges Dismissed
R v YN, Derby Crown Court
Our client faced serious allegations of involvement in Multiple Armed robberies across South Yorkshire and Derbyshire, allegedly using firearms to steal high-value vehicles. Despite being…
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Serious and complex crime
Charges Dropped
Strategic Defence Secures Discontinuation in Fatal Collision Case
R v TA, Leeds Crown Court
Our client [the defendant] faced serious allegations of conspiring to pervert the course of justice in connection with a fatal road traffic collision. Following strategic…
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Serious and complex crime
Charges Dropped
Exoneration in High-Stakes Armed Robbery Allegation
R v LA & Others, Leeds Crown Court
Our client faced two charges of assisting an offender contrary to Section 4(1) of the Criminal Law Act 1967. These charges stemmed from allegations of…
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Fraud and financial crime
Sentence Suspended
Forged Titles and Negotiated Justice
R v SA & Others, Peterborough Crown Court
Our client, along with a co-defendant, faced serious allegations involving large-scale fraud, money laundering, and related offences. The Prosecution claimed that our client had devised…
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Fraud and financial crime
Sentence Suspended
Logistics Fraud Defence: Suspended Sentence Secured
R v CV, Leeds Crown Court
We successfully defended our client, a company owner, who faced charges of fraud by false representation and theft, achieving a suspended sentence. This case underscored…
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Fraud and financial crime
Sentence Reduced
Fraud by False Representation – Local Councillor Case
R v SA, Snaresbrook Crown Court
This was a highly publicised case involving allegations of fraud by false representation against our client, a sitting local councillor from the London Borough of…
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Fraud and financial crime
Sentence Reduced
Conspiracy to Commit Fraud Involving Forged Cheques
R v ASY, Leeds Crown Court
Our client faced charges of conspiracy to commit fraud involving forged cheques. This was a classic ‘long firm fraud’ (also known as a consumer credit fraud). The…
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Fraud and financial crime
Not Guilty Verdict
Acquittal Secured in £40 Million Mortgage Fraud Case
R v TC & Others, Operation Aquamarine, Southwark Crown Court
We achieved a unanimous ‘not-guilty’ verdict for our client who was accused of participating in a £40 million mortgage fraud conspiracy against Barclays Private Client…
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Urgent Legal Assistance
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Legal Support Today
Don’t waste time worrying. Contact our specialist motoring law and dangerous driving defence solicitors for immediate legal protection and guidance today.
- Expert defence against dangerous driving and serious motoring allegations.
- Responsive 24/7 legal support when urgent advice is needed most.
- Strategic defence solutions tailored to the circumstances of your case.
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