Warning Of Intended Prosecution

Question 0

How can a sec 1 warning be issued?

Answer 0

Verbally at the time of the crime
Or
In writing within 14 days, to the registered keeper
Or
Copy complaint served on the accused within 14 days

Question 1

What offences require a warning of intended prosecution?

Answer 1

Sec 2 dangerous driving
Sec 3 careless driving
Sec 22 dangerous parking
Sec 28 dangerous cycling
Sec 29 careless cycling
Sec 35 failing to comply with traffic directions
Sec 36 failing to comply with traffic signs
Sec 16 ignoring temp traffic prohibitions
Sec 17(4) speeding on motorway
Sec 88(7) driving below speed limits
Sec 89 general speeding

Question 2

What happened if the accused cannot be contacted within 14 days?

Answer 2

Prosecution must prove
All enquiries to trace the accused failed
The accused contributed to the failure e.g. Giving a false name & address