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NIP poor quality image operation SNAP
DIR By: Tony G
Date: December 19, 2024, 8:49 am
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A kind-hearted citizen has reported me for allegedly jumping a
red light—if indeed it was me. From what I can make out in the
picture, it appears I was in a queue at temporary traffic lights
and overtook two cars to take a right turn. It feels a bit
petty, but I understand it is still an offence.
The image provided by the police is a poor-quality laser-printed
copy, and I cannot clearly read the number plate. Additionally,
there is a discrepancy between the time on the image and the
time on what I presume to be dash cam footage.
I contacted the police to ask about this discrepancy, and they
responded by saying the dash cam was set to BST. They also
stated they have a signed witness statement confirming this.
Despite this, they have refused to provide a better-quality
image, although they have confirmed that one exists. They have
said this higher-quality image will only be shown to me if I
take the matter to court.
My car is quite distinctive, and the location of the alleged
offence is near my home. However, there is an identical vehicle
just half a mile away.
Should I return the NIP stating that I cannot confirm whether it
was me because the number plate is unclear? If I do, what are
the potential consequences?
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Re: NIP poor quality image operation SNAP
DIR By: disgruntchelt
Date: December 19, 2024, 8:59 am
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Well if you know you jumped the red light at that time just
reply stating it was you.
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Re: NIP poor quality image operation SNAP
DIR By: Tony G
Date: December 19, 2024, 9:06 am
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Hopefully, your advise is better than your reading skills.
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Re: NIP poor quality image operation SNAP
DIR By: 666
Date: December 19, 2024, 9:45 am
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--- Quote from: Tony G link ---
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> Should I return the NIP stating that I cannot confirm whether
it was me because the number plate is unclear? If I do, what are
the potential consequences?
>
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If you do, the consequence will be a charge of failing to
identify the driver, which is a much more serious offence that
the original. Six points, heavy fine, surcharge and costs, and
massively increased insurance premiums for the next few years.
The onus is upon you to identify the driver, generally from the
time and location given. The police did not have to provide an
image at all.
Anyway, the police have clearly been able to read the number,
otherwise they couldn't have contacted you.
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Re: NIP poor quality image operation SNAP
DIR By: The Slithy Tove
Date: December 19, 2024, 9:47 am
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--- Quote from: Tony G link ---
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> Should I return the NIP stating that I cannot confirm whether
it was me because the number plate is unclear? If I do, what are
the potential consequences?
>
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6 points and a fine, and substantially increased future
insurance premiums. You'll be prosecuted for failing to provide
the driver's details. The photo is purely a courtesy, it is not
evidence. They have the evidence of (presumably) a video and a
witness statement. You are not entitled to it unless you go to
court.
Being sarcastic to people offering advice (note the spelling) is
likely to result in you getting no more.
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Re: NIP poor quality image operation SNAP
DIR By: Tony G
Date: December 19, 2024, 10:05 am
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Thank you both thats all I needed.
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