Question about speeding fine issued through the post

BrianBrew

I was stopped the other day going over the limit in Galway & the Garda, who was being fairly sound about it, told me that I had been caught speeding. He didn't show me any evidence that I had been or issue me with an on the spot fine but he did say that there would be a fine in the post. The fine just came today but a friend told me that unless a fine or notification was issued on the spot then I can dispute the claim when it goes to court. Does anyone know whether I have a leg to stand on here or not? Thanks lads & ladies

Bosh

Your friend owes you a drink.

Garda does not have to show you anything nor is any ticket/fine/notification issued on the side of the road.

Procedure is exactly as happened with you:

You are stopped.

Garda logs offence on FCPS (Fixed Charge Penalty System)

Notice issues to you by post.

You pay/don't pay.

Simples

HTH

BrianBrew

aha, I thought as much. I just needed to make sure. Thanks for the help anyway man, it's much appreciated. Looks like I'd better pay up so! Thanks again

Zambia

Good man brew you have a good day.

Eru

Never rely on mates or men down the pub for legal advise.

Bosh

Eru wrote: »

Never rely on mates or men down the pub for legal advise.

Ah hold on!

I know a fella whos brothers mates uncles fathers brother told him that a Garda can't do you if he's not wearing his hat..... and false moustache. FACT!