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Originally Posted by me283
OK, here's another interesting point: when one receives the "Notice of Intended Prosecution", one is being accused of a crime (otherwise they wouldn't be prosecuting). Now, I have always believed that one of our basic rights was the right to remain silent (as stated in Police cautions). BUT, the offence of "Fialing To Provide" means that you are NOT allowed to remain silent...? So, is the Road Traffic Act in it's various guises actually contrary to English Law?
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The whole asking for evidence bit is listed on a websote about talivans.
It states that if they refuse to provide a picture, you muist then accuse them of soliciting money with intent.
You cannot be charged with a crime without evidence, however when it comes to speed cameras the police do not have to provide the evidence.
Also, you shouldnt have been speeding in the first place.
Still I do agree, that its a tad unfair that they said you should have spent your time chasing them when they wanted to prosecute you.