Legal and Speed Camera Advice
The most simple advice is "Don't Speed" - then you will not have to worry about any of this."
But mean while in the real world the information below may be handy.
Driving Endorsement Codes
Locations Of Speed Cameras Throughout the UK can be Found HERE
Speed Trap and Avoidance Kit
Laser Diffusers: The story so far (as at 16th June 2006). While laser diffusers are frowned upon by the police they are not illegal at this moment in time, however if the police could prove primary intent that the device is being used as a way to confuse a laser gun and to avoid a speeding conviction you may be at risk. They will be looking for a conviction of obstructing a police officer or perverting the course of justice.
The problem for the police is that this is very difficult to prove especially if the primary function of the device is as a garage door opener or as a parking sensor.
Radar/Laser Detectors: These alert you when there's a radar or speed trap coming up, they'll work with mobile traps and Gatso's and have been legal since a high court ruling in 1998.
GPS Based Systems: These use satellites to pinpoint your location and check it against known speed trap sites so they only work with permanent speed traps. They are not illegal and most plug in to the internet to update.
Advice for Offenders
- Check the alleged speed and time of the offence, the police can make mistakes.
- If you are summoned for a serious speeding offence caught on camera, you may have a right to appeal if you did not receive notification within 14 days.
- If you are caught only a few mph over, ask for a calibration certificate for the machine that caught you. Gatsos must be checked anually.
- If you decide to appeal, ask to see police evidence, they are not allowed to produce photocopies or digitally advanced photographs.
Useful Websites;
www.radar-detector-shop.co.uk
www.keepondriving.com Driver Legal Support
UK radar detector specialist
Info on speed cameras and radar traps
Beat The Camera
www.ukspeedtraps.co.uk
www.bikerplan.co.uk Driving license insurance especially for Bikers against injury, vandalism and totting up of points.
The official, and World famous, Autoinfozone.com. The home of 'Incredible Motoring Loopholes'.
www.phantomnumberplate.co.uk PhotoBlocker spray, makes your licence plate invisible to speed (GATZO) cameras
www.radar-detector-shop.co.uk The best advice and cheapest prices for Radar Detectors on the web
NOTE; This information is for guidance only Motorbike-Crazy.com & Coyote-Design are not responsible for its accuracy or any actions you take as a result of reading this guidance.
Thanks to Ian at Motorbike-Search-Engine.co.uk for the information above.
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