How long is a ban for 12 points?

When a person reaches 12 points the law requires Magistrates to disqualify them for at least 6 months. It is recognised that everyone who is disqualified from driving will suffer some hardship and inconvenience. That alone will not enable a ban to be reduced or avoided.
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Will I be banned if I have 12 points?

Once you reach 12 points then the court will impose an immediate driving ban for a minimum of 6 months. This is known as a 'totting-up' disqualification. It is therefore possible to face a 6 month ban with only one previous conviction.
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Can I have 12 points and not be banned?

When you tot up to 12 or more points on your licence, you automatically fall to be disqualified for 6 months. You will have to go to court for this offence. The only way you can avoid a disqualification is if you plead Exceptional Hardship, and this is successful.
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Is 12 points an automatic ban UK?

You can be banned from driving if you already have 12 or more penalty points on your licence. Your ban can last: 6 months, if you get 12 or more penalty points within 3 years.
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What happens when you get to 12 points?

Expert Legal Advice If You Have Exceeded 12 Penalty Points

If you accumulate 12 or more penalty points on your license within a three year period you are liable to be disqualified from driving for at least 6 months, this is known as a 'totting up' disqualification.
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Do I have to redo my driving test after a ban?

You will normally not have to retake your test once your ban is spent. However, it is entirely up to the discretion of the court and, in extreme circumstances, your licence can be revoked and you will have to retake your test.
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Is your license clean after a ban?

The mandatory guideline is that under the totting up system, when a ban comes to an end, a driver's licence is returned, their slate is wiped clean and all points are removed.
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Is a driving ban better than points?

You may want to look at the relevant webpage for the particular offence you are facing. Sometimes driving bans can be used to your advantage. For example, if you are a new driver and penalty points would result in the revocation of your licence. Unlike penalty points, a ban will not cause your licence to be revoked.
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How long does a ban stay on your licence?

Most driving bans last between 7 – 56 days. For example; bans related to speeding. More serious offences like drink driving or causing a serious accident will be much longer. Typically, if you get 12 or more points within 3 years you will be banned for 6 months.
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What speed is an instant ban UK?

Will I get an instant ban? At excessive speeds of this nature (or of more than 30mph over the speed limit), a court appearance and instant driving ban is highly likely.
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Can you appeal driving ban?

You can appeal your conviction, for starters, if you feel like the driving ban was unfairly imposed. Make sure that you have evidence to support your claims, as simply stating that you did not commit the offence will not suffice. You can also file your appeal based on the punishment that you received.
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How can I stop my driving ban?

How do I avoid a driving ban?
  1. Can I avoid a ban in my case? Court sentencing guidelines and the options available to the Court.
  2. Mitigation. Persuade the Court to impose a lenient penalty.
  3. Exceptional Hardship. Avoid a totting up disqualification for reaching 12+ penalty points.
  4. Not Guilty Plea. ...
  5. Preparing for Court.
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What happens after a 6 month driving ban?

If your ban lasts for more than 56 days you'll need to apply for a new licence (which we'll get to in a minute). The court will tell you whether you need to retake your driving test or an extended test before you get your full licence back.
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What is the difference between a driving ban and disqualification?

As soon as the Court imposes a ban, you are disqualified with immediate effect. You must notify your insurers of the disqualification, as if they are unaware of a ban, they could refuse to indemnify if any claim is made for your vehicle during the period of the ban, even though you are not using the vehicle.
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Can I appeal a 6 month driving ban?

Exceptional hardship is the process of persuading the court that a 6 month driving ban would result in disproportionate consequences for you or people who rely on you. You will need to go to court to make the argument and should present evidence on the day.
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Is a driving ban a criminal conviction?

A court might give you a conviction for a driving offence, for example speeding or drink driving. The conviction could be: a fine. a driving ban ('disqualification')
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Does driving ban show on DBS?

Driving offences will only be shown on a DBS certificate if they cross the border from civil motoring offence into a criminal offence which is dealt with through the court.
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What happens if I get 6 points within 2 years?

If you've received six points on your driving licence within two years of passing your test, your driving licence will automatically be revoked. This means that you'll need to reapply for a provisional licence and then retake your theory and practical driving tests.
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Do I have to tell insurance about points?

Do I have to tell my insurer if I get a speeding ticket? Yes, it's important to tell your insurance provider if you receive points for a motoring conviction or a fixed penalty notice. If you don't, your insurance policy will be invalidated, meaning any future claims could be turned down.
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What's worse points or ban?

For many drivers facing a driving offence or motoring allegation, the threat of receiving penalty points is far worse than any financial penalty they will face. It means: they're a step closer to disqualification, an increase in their insurance premiums.
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How does driving ban affect insurance?

They also may increase the excess you need to pay if you do make a claim. Your driving disqualification is likely to affect your car insurance costs for five years, as insurers usually ask about any driving convictions within this period.
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Is it worth getting a solicitor for speeding?

With speed cameras seemingly around every corner speeding prosecutions are a common occurrence but any conviction could have life changing consequences, with the threat of a driving disqualification and the effects it may have on you, your family and your employment it is highly advisable to consult a specialist ...
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When can I drive after a ban?

You must wait at least three weeks before chasing the matter up. You cannot drive until your disqualification period has ended. Once the ban has come to an end you may be able to drive, even if your physical licence has not yet arrived.
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How long does a disqualification stay on your record?

How long does a driving disqualification stay on your licence? Depending on the severity of the incident, a disqualification will remain on your licence for between 4 and 11 years.
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What happens if I have 9 points?

When you have 9 penalty points on your licence, you cannot accept any further fixed penalty tickets and must go to court if you are charged with another motoring offence. You should be aware that you can be disqualified from driving if you get 12 or more penalty points within 3 years.
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