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6 people in a private car (no fee charged) - what would the courts say?

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  • 24-01-2010 9:08pm
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    mr_happy
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    I didnt do it but just wondering.

    A mate wanted me to take 5 ppl in my car + me.
    I said no I could get in serious trouble and Im not insured.

    What could I expect if I was stopped by the law? I want to tell her so Im not asked ever again to do this.

    Also, If I was in a crash, the occupants if injured could sue me personally?
    Could I loose my licence / get a ban?


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    sean1141
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    had the same problem myself a while back. it all depends on the guard i guess but you can be done for overloading anyway. plus im sure they would find a few more things like dangerous driving etc


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    nightster1
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    every one must have a seat belt by law


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    mr_happy
    Closed Accounts Posts: 149 ✭✭mr_happy


    sean1141 wrote: »
    had the same problem myself a while back. it all depends on the guard i guess but you can be done for overloading anyway. plus im sure they would find a few more things like dangerous driving etc

    If no accident, could it end up in court?
    Whats the worst if you got a grumpy guard and a grumpy Judge?

    If an accident, no insuance right? Driver personally liable?


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    dirtydiesel
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    If you were stopped im sure the guard would say you can not drive on until 1 passenger gets out of the car.


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