Dangerous Driving

A person is regarded as driving dangerously if the way he drives falls far below what would be expected of a competent and careful driver, and it would be obvious to such a driver that driving like that would be dangerous.

The test is therefore an objective one which concentrates on the manner of driving rather than your particular state of mind. But in determining what would have been obvious to a competent and careful driver, account is also taken of the circumstances and risks personally known to the driver.

A bad speeding case of 100mph or more is likely to be charged as dangerous driving.

As this offence is far more serious than careless driving and can be tried in both the Magistrates’ and the Crown Court, you must seek the advice of an experienced solicitor advocate.