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#Post#: 104335--------------------------------------------------
Re: Drink and Drive 57 mg
By: NewJudge Date: January 2, 2026, 12:25 pm
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[quote]Your first post was a bit of a white lie, you most
definitely had more than a couple of pints and the magistrates
will know this.[/quote]
And what influence might that have on the sentence?
#Post#: 104366--------------------------------------------------
Re: Drink and Drive 57 mg
By: roythebus Date: January 2, 2026, 6:11 pm
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Even though you may claim not to have been driving wrecklessly
or similar, you were exceeding the speed limit, which is what
attracted plod's attention.
#Post#: 104376--------------------------------------------------
Re: Drink and Drive 57 mg
By: andy_foster Date: January 2, 2026, 11:57 pm
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[quote author=NewJudge link=topic=9178.msg104335#msg104335
date=1767378334]
[quote]Your first post was a bit of a white lie, you most
definitely had more than a couple of pints and the magistrates
will know this.[/quote]
And what influence might that have on the sentence?
[/quote]
I would assume that the canny lad's comments variously reflected
the possibility that if the OP were to continue to spin the
truth at the hearing, the bench might consider that he had not
fully accepted responsibility for his actions, and the more
general point that it is difficult to give meaningful advice if
the OP is being economical with the truth.
#Post#: 104425--------------------------------------------------
Re: Drink and Drive 57 mg
By: Brenda_R2 Date: January 3, 2026, 11:17 am
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[quote author=andy_foster link=topic=9178.msg104376#msg104376
date=1767419832]
I would assume that the canny lad's comments variously reflected
the possibility that if the OP were to continue to spin the
truth at the hearing, the bench might consider that he had not
fully accepted responsibility for his actions, and the more
general point that it is difficult to give meaningful advice if
the OP is being economical with the truth.
[/quote]
I think I posted elsewhere on this forum that I used to work
with someone who did magistrate duties.
Trust me, they do NOT like people who turn up and don't show
respect for "their" Court.
Respect can be anything from not standing when asked to when the
JPs enter the room to pitching up for your hearing unshaven and
wearing a t-shirt proclaiming "I sh4gged a virgin last night".
They're a funny bunch, it isn't difficult to swallow your pride
and just nod and say yes sir no sir :-)
#Post#: 104559--------------------------------------------------
Re: Drink and Drive 57 mg
By: Korting Date: January 4, 2026, 3:16 pm
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[quote author=roythebus link=topic=9178.msg104366#msg104366
date=1767399079]
Even though you may claim not to have been driving wrecklessly
or similar, you were exceeding the speed limit, which is what
attracted plod's attention.
[/quote]
In post #1, he O/P stated he was driving at 30mph in a 40mpH
limit, so he was NOT speeding.
#Post#: 104561--------------------------------------------------
Re: Drink and Drive 57 mg
By: NewJudge Date: January 4, 2026, 3:29 pm
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[quote]In post #1, he O/P stated he was driving at 30mph in a
40mpH limit,...[/quote]
It's probably that very fact that attracted plod's attention.
;D
#Post#: 104654--------------------------------------------------
Re: Drink and Drive 57 mg
By: Prakasva Date: January 5, 2026, 11:56 am
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Thank you.
I will be going alone and first time to court as well. My
hearing is on 7th Jan 10am. I am planning to reach by 9am, I am
taking my DL, charge sheet and completed MC100 form.
Should I take a buddy? Anything else should I be aware of? I
will dress up appropriately (formal wear).
I am taking a small write up quoting that” it was my
misjudgement to drive after drink and I please guilty at first
instance. I am deeply regretting my decision to drive after
drinks. I am ready to take course if offered and I will never
repeat this or any sort of unlawful behaviour “
#Post#: 104656--------------------------------------------------
Re: Drink and Drive 57 mg
By: Prakasva Date: January 5, 2026, 11:59 am
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[quote author=Prakasva link=topic=9178.msg104654#msg104654
date=1767635819]
Thank you.
I will be going alone and first time to court as well. My
hearing is on 7th Jan 10am. I am planning to reach by 9am, I am
taking my DL, charge sheet and completed MC100 form.
Should I take a buddy? Anything else should I be aware of? I
will dress up appropriately (formal wear).
I am taking a small write up quoting that” it was my
misjudgement to drive after drink and I please guilty at first
instance. I am deeply regretting my decision to drive after
drinks. I am ready to take course if offered and I will never
repeat this or any sort of unlawful behaviour “
[/quote]
Plea* guilty
#Post#: 104713--------------------------------------------------
Re: Drink and Drive 57 mg
By: andy_foster Date: January 6, 2026, 3:56 am
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*Pled* (or more correctly *pleaded*, but it doesn't 'sound'
right).
Plead is the first person present tense of the verb "to plead" -
How do you plead? I *plead* guilty, Sir.
Plea is a noun - you entered a plea.
When you entered a guilty plea, you *pleaded* guilty (or *pled*
guilty) - this was in the past.
Minor point, but if you're correcting yourself, do it correctly.
General points, listen, try to avoid interrupting unless
absolutely necessary, and perhaps most importantly don't drive
there (or more precisely understand that unless the hearing is
aborted, you won't be driving back). Avoid looking like you are
ignoring the court - if you are asked something and need to
think for a moment, explain to the court that you need a moment
to answer.
Don't be surprised if the court are not blown away by your
selfless offer to take any course offered in exchange for a
shorter ban.
Whether you want to take a buddy for moral support depends on
how much you want moral support vs how much your buddy has
better things to do. However, if your buddy thinks he's Perry
Mason and is planning to heroically defend you by arguing with
the court, don't.
Mostly, what is done is done, and very little that you do or say
in court will make much difference.
That said, lay benches (3 lay magistrates) are often very good
at being objective, and not being overly swayed by their
opinions of the accused - they are there to perform a very
solemn and important task to the best of their abilities. If you
have a District Judge (qualified magistrate, sitting on his
own), some are as fair and balanced as any lay bench, but some
are more prone to
#Post#: 104716--------------------------------------------------
Re: Drink and Drive 57 mg
By: Prakasva Date: January 6, 2026, 4:58 am
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Thank you.
I will be going in public transport to court or will ask my
buddy to drop off.
I will be alone and check if duty Sollicitor is available to
guide or help me. If not I am on my own.
All the points mentioned here in this foru
are fair. Thank you.
Fingers crossed for tomorrow.
I genuinely I regret my decision to drive after drinks. Learned
my lesson.
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