GENERAL GUIDELINE OF THE ADVICE AND REPRESENTATION AT THE MAGISTRATES COURT
We operate on a privately funded basis. Our prices are based on either an hourly rate or a flat cost. Kindly refer to our hourly pricing.
Failing to provide driver identity information
Failing to provide a specimen of breath/blood/urine for analysis
Careless or dangerous driving
12 point disqualification issues
Driving license and insurance offences
Use of mobile phones in a motor vehicle
Failing to stop or report an accident Speeding offences
Drink driving offences OR Drug driving
Fixed Charges
Matters Costs
Guilty plea cases £600.00 – £800.00 (excluding VAT)
Not Guilty Plea cases £3,00.00- £5,000.00 (excluding VAT)
Please be advised that our fees do not include VAT (currently [2019] 20%) or any expenditures incurred in your issue.
Key stages:
The following steps, which are not meant to be exhaustive, will be taken in handling your particular case:
- Accepting your initial instructions and offering initial guidance
- Assessing the papers & qualities and providing feedback
- Instructing attorneys or specialists
- Preparing your trial package
- Constantly updating you on your situation
- Communication with the Prosecution Service, the Tribunal, witnesses, and specialist
| Solicitors | Fees |
|---|---|
| Grade A Solicitor over 8 years’ experience | £300 + VAT (£60) |
| Grade B Solicitors with over 4 years experience | £250.00 + VAT |
| Other Solicitors under 4 years’ experience | £200 + VAT |
| Paralegal/Caseworker | £120 + VAT |
Disbursements
Typically, the estimated expenditures include the fees associated with lawyer and expert witness retaining. Before engaging a solicitor or expert on your side, we will give you an estimate of their fees based on their level of expertise.
Recoupment of your legal expenses
We may be able to collect a part of your legal fees and disbursements if the Crown decides to drop the charges against you or if you are proven not convicted after a trial.