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Can you drive with a photocopy of your license UK?

You must send the original document with your driving licence application. You cannot use: photocopies or laminated certificates. certified copies including those certified by the Post Office document certification service.

What happens if police catch you driving without a license UK?

Punishment for driving without the correct licence If you are caught driving without the correct licence you could face a fine of up to £1,000, up to six points on your licence or you could be disqualified from driving. The court could decide to extend your ban, fine you, or in some cases send you to prison.

Is a paper driving licence still legal?

Paper driving licences have been scrapped for licences issued post-1998. The DVLA scrapped the paper counterpart to the photocard driving licence in June 2015, for anyone with a licence issued after 1998 – it now has no legal status and can be safely binned. You used to need the paper part to detail any penalty points.

Is driving without a license a criminal Offence?

Driving without a licence is a serious offence that can carry significant penalties. Under the Road Traffic Act 1998, it is an offence to drive a vehicle without a licence that is appropriate to a vehicle of that particular class. ‘L’ plates must also be displayed on the vehicle used in such situations.

How long do police have to charge you with a traffic Offence UK?

Non-endorsable offences (meaning those which don’t result in points on your licence) usually incur a fine of £50. Fines for endorsable offences like speeding are usually £100. Using a hand held mobile phone while driving can result in a £200 fine and 6 penalty points (see 25).

Is a UK paper licence still valid?

The paper counterpart to the photocard driving licence was abolished on 8 June 2015, so how you view your licence information has changed. The changes affect driving licences in England, Scotland and Wales. There are different rules in Northern Ireland, where the paper counterpart is still needed.

What happens if caught driving without licence?

If you have been charged with driving without a licence, you could face serious punishment such as a fine, penalty points and a driving ban. However, with the help of JMW’s expert motoring solicitors you may be able to build a strong defence that will reduce the penalties you ultimately receive for the offence.

What happens if you get caught driving without a licence UK?

The offence of driving without a licence does carry 3-6 penalty points depending on the nature of the offence. Additionally you can also receive a fine of up to £1000 (rising to up to £5000 if no insurance involved) for this offence so it should still be taken seriously. Driving without a valid licence is a slightly bizarre motoring offence.

What happens if you get caught driving uninsured with a provisional licence?

If you hold a provisional driving licence, and were not accompanied by a qualified driver, you will probably be prosecuted for driving otherwise in than in accordance with a licence and driving uninsured. The potential penalties are a fine, penalty points or an instant disqualification.

Do I need to carry my driving license in the UK?

There is no requirement to carry any ID in the UK (unless you are in specific jobs), so some people do not carry their licence ‘on principle’ but can produce it in 7 days if required. No. If you are stopped by the police you are asked to give your name and can very quickly check who you are.

How many points do you get for driving without a licence?

The offence of driving without a licence does carry 3-6 penalty points depending on the nature of the offence.