just got a NIP...
13 May 2005, 11:36 AM
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just got a NIP...
from Northampton police, it was definitely me driving but it is in a 30 and I NEVER speed in 30 limits, the speed recorded is 39 and the detection says camera. i have got one of my friends who is local to go and check the road (A508 Broadstreet) for speed limit signs because i obviously thought it was a 40 which is why i'd have been driving just below it, coupled with the fact that i had just left the hotel (time was 08:09), i was only driving a half a mile and the car was cold i'd not be nailing the thing 
i guess i'm still stuffed though, any advice please...
i guess i'm still stuffed though, any advice please...
13 May 2005, 11:40 AM
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Originally Posted by davyboy
I can't think where that is?
13 May 2005, 11:49 AM
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sense of direction can be a bit off at times so i may have driven off in the wrong direction to begin with...checked the NIP def A508 and Broad Street
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Originally Posted by trails
from Northampton police, it was definitely me driving but it is in a 30 and I NEVER speed in 30 limits, the speed recorded is 39 and the detection says camera. i have got one of my friends who is local to go and check the road (A508 Broadstreet) for speed limit signs because i obviously thought it was a 40 which is why i'd have been driving just below it, coupled with the fact that i had just left the hotel (time was 08:09), i was only driving a half a mile and the car was cold i'd not be nailing the thing http://www.my-smileys.de/smileys2/00009171_2.gif
i guess i'm still stuffed though, any advice please...
i guess i'm still stuffed though, any advice please...
If the speed limt was not clearly posted you may be able to mount a defence for obvious reasons- you need to know what the limit is in order to adhere to it.
BUT
According to the highway code IIRC, if there you're on a single lane carraigeway that has road side lamps, the speed limit will be 30 unless signs indicate otherwise....in which case you might be stuffed I'm afraid. Sorry!
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13 May 2005, 12:05 PM
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Originally Posted by New_scooby_04
Condolences mate. I've head stories about Northampton police being red hot when it comes to Scameras!! Was it a mobile trap, or did you just see the gatso and assume your speed was under the limit?
If the speed limt was not clearly posted you may be able to mount a defence for obvious reasons- you need to know what the limit is in order to adhere to it.
BUT
According to the highway code IIRC, if there you're on a single lane carraigeway that has road side lamps, the speed limit will be 30 unless signs indicate otherwise....in which case you might be stuffed I'm afraid. Sorry!
NS04
If the speed limt was not clearly posted you may be able to mount a defence for obvious reasons- you need to know what the limit is in order to adhere to it.
BUT
According to the highway code IIRC, if there you're on a single lane carraigeway that has road side lamps, the speed limit will be 30 unless signs indicate otherwise....in which case you might be stuffed I'm afraid. Sorry!
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13 May 2005, 12:08 PM
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Originally Posted by davyboy
Yep I got an SP30.
It was a fixed camera - I think that streach of road in dual carraigeway too.
It was a fixed camera - I think that streach of road in dual carraigeway too.
13 May 2005, 12:19 PM
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Originally Posted by trails
fixed camera, dual carrigeway, recorded speed of 39 I must have thought it was a 40; just hope it is not clearly sign posted...
Why give them an easy ride when there is no need?
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13 May 2005, 12:24 PM
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Originally Posted by New_scooby_04
Ok, if it ws a dual carriageway and the limit was not clearly signposted get evidence now (video footage would be ideal), get your self over to Peepipo (sp?) to do some swotting up and make sure you consult a lawyer before making a decision on what to do.
Why give them an easy ride when there is no need?
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Why give them an easy ride when there is no need?
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13 May 2005, 12:56 PM
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Originally Posted by New_scooby_04
Ok, if it ws a dual carriageway and the limit was not clearly signposted get evidence now (video footage would be ideal), get your self over to Peepipo (sp?) to do some swotting up and make sure you consult a lawyer before making a decision on what to do.
Why give them an easy ride when there is no need?
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Why give them an easy ride when there is no need?
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Sorry pal, just pay up and be done with it...it counts for **** nowdays anyway unless you have 9 points already.
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Don't pay up. At least make them produce the photo and calibration certificates etc etc. Have a look at Pepipoo. Even if they have got you, make them work for it.
13 May 2005, 01:13 PM
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Doesn't the photo have to contain at least one speed limit sign within the frame 
as a cast iron confirmation. But I suppose the default "30 unless otherwise stated" may exclude certain areas from this regulation 
Good luck, give 'em Hell, don't just pay up roll over and die
as a cast iron confirmation. But I suppose the default "30 unless otherwise stated" may exclude certain areas from this regulation Good luck, give 'em Hell, don't just pay up roll over and die
13 May 2005, 03:10 PM
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nope...best ask hadn't i!
"Please would you supply photographs to help in the identity of the driver of the alleged offence"
Thats all you need to write. Sign it and send it special delivery -royal mail. Copy the letter aswell.
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