Use of Mobile Phones while Driving is an Offence

In February 2007 the government introduced mobile phone driving legislation, which means that it is now a separate driving offence for using a handheld mobile phone whilst driving, or similar device. Similar devices can include SatNav navigation equipment, computer equipment and Blackberries.

An exception to the offence is whereby a motorist is using a mobile phone to make a ‘999’ emergency call and it is unsafe or impractical to stop driving.

Punishment of Mobile Phone Driving Offences

A fine of up to £1000 and up to £2500 if driving a vehicle adapted to carry eight or more passengers and three penalty points on your driving licence.

Cunninghams Driving Offence Solicitors have the resources to represent clients on a nationwide basis for mobile phone driving offences using a handheld mobile phone or similar device. We are familiar with all the Courts in England and Wales and we have built up a network of expert witnesses and barristers in all parts of the UK.