Mobile Phone Use
Using a mobile phone without a hands-free kit will attract 3 penalty points and a fine on conviction. If such prosecution's case/fact will bring you up to the 12 points "totting up" barrier and you value your licence then you should always instruct a specialist motorist's solicitor to plead on your behalf either "special reasons€ or "exceptional hardship".
New legislation to increase the penalty for using a hand-held phone whilst driving will come into force on 27 February 2007. The current fine of £30 will increase to £60 and three penalty points on your licence. Penalty points can mean higher insurance costs. If you get six points within two years of passing your test, your licence will be revoked and you will need to re-sit the test. If the case goes to court, you could risk a maximum fine of £1,000, which rises to £2,500 for the driver of a bus, coach, or heavy goods vehicle.