Speeding fines

benotoole

Anyone know how long Gardai have to prosecute an unpaid speeding fine, iv been told its upto 6 months from date of offence, thanks in advance, Ben

CharlieCroker

Yup, 6 months.

benotoole

Any idea of what i should say when my case is called?

Paulw

benotoole wrote: »

Any idea of what i should say when my case is called?

"I'm sorry for wasting the court's time and will accept the penalty."

Victor

They normally have 6 months to apply for a summons.

benotoole wrote: »

Any idea of what i should say when my case is called?

"Present, Judge"

How you plead is up to you. Did you commit the offence? Were there any exculpatory or mitigating factors. If having a conviction will cause you problems, you should really get a solicitor.

McCongo

CharlieCroker wrote: »

Yup, 6 months.

The guards have 6 months to apply for the summons. It need not be issued within the 6 months and need not be served immediately after being issued. It is often served 9 or 10 months after the date of the alleged offence.

Pro Hoc Vice

benotoole wrote: »

Anyone know how long Gardai have to prosecute an unpaid speeding fine, iv been told its upto 6 months from date of offence, thanks in advance, Ben

Requested under Petty Sessions Ireland Act within 6 months, as stated can be issued and served after that, the longest I have seen was 7 years, but there is case law saying 2 years 4 months is too long.

benotoole

Thanks all for ur input,
Much appreciated

Bepolite

Address the judge as 'your worship' if he's an Only Fools and Horses fan you'll be golden.