How interesting

[Leon]

Taken from the Highway Code

In the case of serious offences, such as dangerous driving and drink-driving, the court MUST order disqualification. The minimum period is 12 months, but for repeat offenders or where the alcohol level is high, it may be longer. For example, a second drink-drive offence in the space of 10 years will result in a minimum of three years' disqualification.


I seem to remember various "celebrities" not getting the appropriate punishment...

[gaz.thomas]

I think it's down to our legal system and 'judicial discretion'. If the judge feels that the crime was not a 'serious offence' then they can reduce the sentence. I'm pretty sure that the highway code is only (legally speaking) a set of guidelines.

Gaz
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[Leon]

well in that case....

why was I pulled for not wearing my seatbelt? If it is only a set of guidelines?

[gaz.thomas]

Why do I feel like I'm only here to answer your questions at the moment??? :D:D:D

The highway code is what is referred to as an 'Approved Code of Practice' or 'ACOP' and has a quasi-legal status that effectively means that you had better have a damn good reason for not complying with it. Health and Safety regulations are another ACOP and you can be prosecuted for non-compliance.

Gaz
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[Leon]

ahh i see - cheers my Mr Guru sir :D