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me283 · 25-02-2005, 12:50

Punky,

I think another key word is "prosecution". How can it then be a civil offence? And as for being "proven" guilty, that was a farce in my case too. Also, the mere mention of a fine is surely wrong before guilt is established?

The question of fines is a very grey area from what I have found out. It seems (and this is not a political rant) that the government has brought in several laws that are in contravention of the English Constitution. But who has the money and the ability to fight them? I personally think on-the-spot fines are a good thing in some cases, but the administering of these matters is fraught with pitfalls.

25-02-2005, 12:50	#74
me283 Inactive Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Back in England, but not for long... Services: Weddings, christenings, barmitzvahs Posts: 3,422	Re: Road Traffic Act Punky, I think another key word is "prosecution". How can it then be a civil offence? And as for being "proven" guilty, that was a farce in my case too. Also, the mere mention of a fine is surely wrong before guilt is established? The question of fines is a very grey area from what I have found out. It seems (and this is not a political rant) that the government has brought in several laws that are in contravention of the English Constitution. But who has the money and the ability to fight them? I personally think on-the-spot fines are a good thing in some cases, but the administering of these matters is fraught with pitfalls.